Selection of clinical outcome measures in rehabilitation of people with movement disorders: Theory and practice

Abstract

Individuals with movement disorders often present with progressive or fluctuating symptoms that vary over time. Clinical teams who work with these individuals aim to minimize the impact of associated impairments and to optimize everyday activity, participation, and quality of life. Due to the varied and complex needs of people with a movement disorder, specialist clinical teams are often established to provide patient-centered care tailored to the individual. These clinicians are often in contact with the person over a long period of time and are well positioned to monitor change in order to address the changing needs of the individual across the lifespan and disease course. Assessment typic..