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<br>The North Star Ambulatory Assessment (NSAA) is a 17-item rating scale that is used to measure function in ambulant children with [[Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy]] (DMD). It is usually | <br>The North Star Ambulatory Assessment (NSAA) is a 17-item rating scale that is used to measure function in ambulant children with [[Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy]] (DMD). It is usually used to monitor the progression of the disease. | ||
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* a stopwatch | * a stopwatch | ||
* a clear, straight 10 metres pathway | * a clear, straight 10 metres pathway | ||
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[http://www.musculardystrophyuk.org/assets/0000/6388/NorthStar.pdf North Star Ambulatory Assessment] | |||
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Objective[edit | edit source]
The North Star Ambulatory Assessment (NSAA) is a 17-item rating scale that is used to measure function in ambulant children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). It is usually used to monitor the progression of the disease.
Intended Population[edit | edit source]
Ambulant children with DMD.
Method of Use[edit | edit source]
Equipment Required:
- a size-appropriate chair or height adjustable plinth
- box step, approximately 15 cm high
- a mat
- a stopwatch
- a clear, straight 10 metres pathway
Test Details and Instruction:
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