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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
Volume 37, 2021 - Issue 4
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Descriptive Report

Reliability of the Modified Four Square Step Test (mFSST) in patients with primary total knee arthroplasty

Bayram Unvera School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Dokuz Eylul University, Izmir, Turkey
, PhD, PT,
Kevser Sevika School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Dokuz Eylul University, Izmir, TurkeyCorrespondence[email protected]
, PT,
Haci Ahmet Yarara School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Dokuz Eylul University, Izmir, Turkey
, PT,
Fatma Unverb School of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Pamukkale University, Denizli, Turkey
, PhD, PT &
Vasfi Karatosunc Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Medicine, Dokuz Eylul University, Izmir, Turkey
, MD
Pages 535-539 | Received 16 Aug 2018, Accepted 19 May 2019, Published online: 24 Jun 2019
 
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ABSTRACT

Purpose: The aim of the present study was to determine the test-retest reliability of the modified four square step test (mFSST) in patients with primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Methods: Twenty-eight patients with primary TKA were included in this study. Patients performed two mFSST trials on the same day.

Results: The mFSST showed excellent test-retest reliability in this study. Intraclass correlation coefficient [ICC(2,1)] for FSST was 0.97. Standard error of measurement and smallest real difference at the 95% confidence level for mFSST were 0.80 and 2.24, respectively.

Conclusions: The mFSST has an excellent test-retest reliability in patients with primary TKA. It is an effective and reliable tool for measuring dynamic balance and mobility in patients with primary TKA. As a clinical test, the mFSST is easy to score, quick to administer, requires little space, has no cost and needs no special equipment.

Declaration of Interest

The authors report no conflict of interest.

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