Ataxia Rating Scales: Content Analysis by Linking to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health

Etoom, M.; Jahan, A.M.; Alghwiri, A.; Lena, F.; Modugno, N.; Healthcare 2022, 10, 2459. doi:10.3390/healthcare10122459

The content analysis of ataxia rating scales would help clinicians and researchers select the most appropriate scale and understand ataxic symptoms and their impact on function. It seems that SARA is the optimal scale for rapid assessment of ataxia or in busy clinical settings. UMSARS or FARS are more appropriate for the investigating the impact of ataxia on overall health, and monitoring ataxia progression and disability.

Ataxia Rating Scales: Content Analysis by Linking to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health