Translation, cross-cultural adaptation and validation of psychometric properties of foot function index in Urdu-speaking population with ankle and foot disorders.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Foot and ankle problems are frequently prevalent, especially among the elderly, ranging from 70 to 80%. In primary care, foot, and ankle complaints stand out as one of the most frequent reasons for orthopedic consultations. Patient-reported outcome measures are significant in the assessment burden of any condition on the effects of intervention as well as research. The Foot Function Index (FFI) is a region-specific tool that was identified as one of the most commonly used evaluation tools for foot complaints. This study aimed to translate, cross-cultural adapt, and test the psychometric properties of FFI in the Urdu language.

Methodology

The FFI was translated into Urdu language (FFI-U) following Beaton et al. translation guidelines. The data were collected from 2

SUBMITTER: Anjum A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11411745 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature