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Practical Evaluation in the SNF : the Timed Up & Go

Jan 14, 2019

Part Two in Nicole's series on functional testing explores the TUG - with it's ease of set up and limited tools required for performance, this is another quick add to many evaluations.

links discussed:

Age‐related changes in muscle elasticity and thickness of the lower extremities are associated with physical functions among community‐dwelling older women

sralab.org - timed up & go

pilot study

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