A new single-stage step test for the clinical assessment of maximal oxygen consumption.
Assessments of cardiorespiratory fitness are important in any health-assessment program or routine involving variables that may be influenced by an individual's level of physical fitness or ability to sustain an exercise program. Recently, a new single-stage step test was introduced that uses a height-adjustable platform to normalize the height of stepping for individuals of varying stature. This computer program is designed to simplify the use of this test and to facilitate the implementation in clinical environments where equipment or time is limited, yet accuracy and validity are essential.
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Division of Physical Therapy, University of Alabama, Birmingham 35294.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010101:Oxygen Consumption / Q000502:physiology*; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests; D012016:Reference Values; D012984:Software; D012985:Software Design