Thursday, August 5, 2021

Determining the Validity of Conducting Rating Scales in Friedreich Ataxia through Video

Tai, G., Corben, L.A., Woodcock, I.R., Yiu, E.M. and Delatycki, M.B. (2021); Mov Disord Clin Pract, 8: 688-693. doi:10.1002/mdc3.13204 

Excellent test–retest reliability was demonstrated in the majority of the mFARS sections, and in the total mFARS and SARA scores, suggesting that video is a valid method of conducting these scales. This method enables inclusion of participants who are unable to travel to study sites. A larger cohort will be required to further validate the use of video mFARS and SARA for future studies.