Conclusion : The TUG can be recommended for measuring basic mobility skills after stroke in patients who are able to walk .
Abstract Objective : To systematic ally review and summarize the clinimetric properties , including reliability , validity , and responsiveness , the procedures used , and the meanings of the scores in the Timed Up and Go Test ( TUG ) .
The TUG is a performance test that identifies problems with functional mobility in patients with stroke .
Effect of Stroke on Fall Rate, Location and Predictors: A Prospective Comparison of Older Adults with and without Stroke
Background The literature suggests that stroke is a major risk factor for falls , but there is a lack of prospect i ve , controlled studies which quantify fall-risk after stroke . The purpose of this study was to compare the rates , location and predictors among individuals recently discharged home from stroke rehabilitation to age and sex matched controls . Methodology /Principal Findings A sample of 80 people with stroke and 90 controls received baseline assessment s of  balance , mobility and balance confidence . Falls were recorded prospect ively over 13 months for both groups . Group differences in fall rates and contribution of clinical measures to falls were determined using negative binomial regression . Fall location was compared between groups using χ2 statistics . The rate of falls for individuals with stroke was 1.77 times the rate for the control group . People with stroke were more likely to fall at home . Poorer balance ( Berg Balance Scale ) was associated with greater falls for both stroke and control groups ( incidence rate ratio [ IRR ] : 0.908 and IRR : 0.877 respectively ) . A faster Timed Up and Go Test was associated with greater falls for the stroke group ( IRR : 0.955 ) while better walking endurance ( Six Minute Walk Test ) was associated with greater falls for the controls ( IRR : 1.004 ) . Balance confidence was not an independent predictor in either group . Conclusions Individuals recently discharged home are at greater risk of falling than individuals without stroke . Attention to home environment is warranted . Balance function can predict falls for both people with stroke and age and sex matched controls . Increased mobility may increase exposure to fall opportunities
Conclusion : The TUG can be recommended for measuring basic mobility skills after stroke in patients who are able to walk .
Abstract Objective : To systematic ally review and summarize the clinimetric properties , including reliability , validity , and responsiveness , the procedures used , and the meanings of the scores in the Timed Up and Go Test ( TUG ) .
The TUG is a performance test that identifies problems with functional mobility in patients with stroke .