A 6-minute Functional Assessment for Older Adults with Chronic Pain

//A 6-minute Functional Assessment for Older Adults with Chronic Pain

A recent article published in Current Medical Research and Opinion featured a study that “sought to establish a simple and inexpensive measure of functional change for a chronic pain population.” The authors employed physical therapy, conducted multiple functional tests, and implemented a 6-minute walk test to assess the physical capabilities of older adults with chronic pain. The authors found that participants who received standard physical therapy in conjunction with daily walking activities reported improved pain scores.

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2018-10-01T00:04:20-04:00

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