Research Square
Short survey reliably measured physical function in older adults
The 10-question scale halved administration time compared with the 25-question version and was tested in an independent sample of 263 older adults.The 10-question scale halved administration time compared with the 25-question version and was tested in an independent sample of 263 older adults.
Preprint: cohort study of 519 peopleBiomarkers
Who was studied114 adults aged 50 years and older
What changedPhysical function scores stayed consistent on repeat testing (intraclass correlation coefficient 0.94)
The catchCeiling scores limited the survey’s ability to distinguish among highly functioning older adults