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Table 1 Comparison of scoring system between FMS and STEMS

From: Development of the Screening Tool for Everyday Mobility and Symptoms (STEMS) for skeletal dysplasia

 

FMS

STEMS—aide

STEMS—symptoms

1

Uses wheelchair, stroller or buggy

Mobilises independently—no aide

A—Nil pain or fatigue altering activity

2

Uses K-walker or other walking frame

Mobilises—uses stick(s)

 

3

Uses two crutches

Mobilises—uses crutches

B1—Pain limiting activity

B2—Fatigue limiting activity

4

Uses one crutch or two sticks

Mobilises—uses wheeled walking device

 

5

Independent on level surfaces

Wheelchair or power mobility scooter

C—Pain and fatigue limiting activity

6

Independent on all surfaces

N/A

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