Reliability and validity of upper limb short questionnaire for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Published in: Disability and rehabilitation (2020)

The ULSQ is a valid and reliable measurement tool for screening UL function, pain, and stiffness in patients with DMD in clinical settings.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONThe Upper Limb Short Questionnaire (ULSQ) for patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) can be easily used in clinical settings.The ULSQ comprises 14 items that assess upper limb function, pain, and stiffness in patients with DMD and is a valid and reliable assessment tool for screening purposes.The sum score of the upper limb function component (ULSQ 1-5; 1 point per item) could be used to measure activity limitations.

Keyphrases

upper limb
duchenne muscular dystrophy
chronic pain
muscular dystrophy
psychometric properties
pain management
neuropathic pain