Abstract
There is evidence that distance-limited timed walking tests are useful indicators of functional mobility in elderly people. However, since there is little consensus on how such tests should be conducted, the test parameters have been reviewed and a standard procedure for administering them to older people is suggested. Particular attention is paid to reducing any fear of falling people may experience while performing the test. To this end subjects walk along a corridor which is carefully set up to provide support if they feel unsteady. In addition, evidence from a pilot community study is presented which demonstrates that it may be possible to conduct this test in only about 50% of homes in inner-city areas. There is evidence that distance-limited timed walking tests are useful indicators of functional mobility in elderly people. However, since there is little consensus on how such tests should be conducted, the test parameters have been reviewed and a standard procedure for administering them to older people is suggested. Particular attention is paid to reducing any fear of falling people may experience while performing the test. To this end subjects walk along a corridor which is carefully set up to provide support if they feel unsteady. In addition, evidence from a pilot community study is presented which demonstrates that it may be possible to conduct this test in only about 50% of homes in inner-city areas.
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