title: Measurement of functional capacity with visual analogue scales.
abstract: The value of three visual analogue scales for measuring aspects of functional capacity was assessed in 22 patients with rheumatoid arthritis receiving long-term treatment. A scale in which patients were allowed to choose a function which was a particular problem gave the best results, with more severe initial impairment and greater change with treatment. This scale was as useful as pain in assessing the result of treatment.
mesh_terms: D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D004185:Disability Evaluation / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D007978:Levamisole / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D008134:Long-Term Care; D013223:Statistics as Topic
chemical_list: D007978:Levamisole