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A Guide to Common Terms: Part 2 — Orthotics
When it comes to orthotics, the numerous technical terms and acronyms can be daunting for a patient. To help patients navigate their journey, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab continues its guide to common terminology.
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Adherence Starts with Knowledge 20
Area of Assessment
Bodily FunctionsTime
minutes , Or lessAssessment Type
Patient Reported Outcomescost
Not FreeRehabilitation Measure

Short Musculoskeletal Function Assessment
Area of Assessment
Activities & ParticipationBodily Functions
General Health & Development
Sensation & Pain
Time
minutesAssessment Type
Patient Reported Outcomescost
FreeRehabilitation Measure

Box and Block Test
Area of Assessment
Activities & ParticipationBodily Functions
Movement
Time
minutesAssessment Type
Observercost
$200.00Rehabilitation Measure

Chronic Respiratory Disease Questionnaire
Area of Assessment
Activities & ParticipationBodily Functions
Time
minutes , 30 minutes for first administration15 minutes for subsequent administrations
Assessment Type
Patient Reported Outcomescost
Not FreeRehabilitation Measure

Baseline and Transition Dyspnea Index
Area of Assessment
Bodily FunctionsTime
minutes , Depends on the interviewing process.cost
Not FreeRehabilitation Measure

Barthel Index
Area of Assessment
Activities & ParticipationBodily Functions
Time
minutes , Self-Report: 2-5 minutesDirect Observation: 20 minutes
Assessment Type
Performance Measurecost
FreeRehabilitation Measure