Correlations of Japanese Orthopaedic Association Scoring Systems with Gait Parameters in Patients with Degenerative Spinal Diseases

ConclusionsThere is a significant correlation between gait parameters and functional disability as measured by the JOA lumbar scoring system, which indicates that the JOA lumbar scoring system can reflect gait impairment. The JOA cervical scoring system, however, may need to be improved for efficiently evaluating the walking ability of CSM patients in the assessment of motor function of the lower extremity.

Source: Orthopaedic Surgery - December 28, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Chen ‐fan Zheng, Yan‐cheng Liu, Yong‐cheng Hu, Qun Xia, Jun Miao, Ji‐dong Zhang, Kuan Zhang Tags: CLINICAL ARTICLE Source Type: research