Intra- and inter- rater reliability of the face‑to‑face assessment and tele‑assessment of performance-based tests in older adults
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Purpose This study aimed to assess Timed-Up and Go (TUG), Five Times Sit-to-Stand Test (5xSST), and 4-Meter Walk Test (4MWT) intra- and inter-rater reliability between face to face and tele-assessment tools in older adults. Methods A total of 54 older adults (aged ≥ 65 years) were included in the study. The demographic and clinical characteristics of the participants were documented. Measurements (TUG, 5xSST, and 4MWT) were carried out face-to-face and tele-assessment. The intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs), and Bland-Altman plots was used determine intra- and inter-rater reliability. Results Inter-rater reliability between face-to-face and tele-assessment was as following: excellent for TUG (ICC = 0.931) and 5STS (ICC = 0.908), and good for 4MWT (ICC = 0.803). Additionally, intra-rater reliability between the two tele-assessments was excellent for all tests. The ICC values for TUG, 5STS, and 4MWT were 0.973, 0.948, and 0.934, respectively. Conclusion To conclude, the TUG, 5xSST, and 4MWT seem to be reliable tools of tele-assessment in older adults. These practical assessment tools can be used in home settings for older adults as tele-health interventions.
Source: European Geriatric Medicine
Authors: Gulsah Ozsoy, Kevser Aksoy
Institution: Selçuk University
Language: English
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W4391991710