The Timed Up and Go Test in Children: Does Protocol Choice Matter? A Systematic Review. Issue 1 (January 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Verbecque, Evi; Schepens, Kirsten; Theré, Joke; Schepens, Bénédicte; Klingels, Katrijn; Hallemans, Ann
• Is Part Of: Pediatric physical therapy. Volume 31:Issue 1(2019)
• Publication Date: 2019-01
• Subjects: children who are developing typically -- reference values -- reliability -- "reproducibility of results" [mesh] -- TUG; Physical therapy for children -- Periodicals; 615.820832
• DOI: 10.1097/PEP.0000000000000558
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0898-5669

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: Results on reliability and normative data for the Timed Up and Go test (TUG) in children who are developing typically are systematically reviewed. Summary of Key Points: Six different TUG protocols are presented for which normative data are available for ages 3 to 18 years. TUG time is consistent within and between raters and sessions and is influenced by age. The choice of protocol, self-selected versus fastest walking speed, and use of a motivational aspect and of the outcome calculation affect TUG time as well as its consistency within and between sessions. Conclusions: A standard protocol for the TUG is lacking and should be developed with attention to reliability. Recommendations for Clinical Practice: If the TUG is to be used as a screening tool for dynamic balance control, clinicians need to apply protocols that include fastest walking speed motivation. Abstract : Supplemental Digital Content is Available in the Text.Results on reliability and normative data for the Timed Up and Go test in children who are are systematically reviewed.