Provider Understanding

Purpose:

• To determine fall risk, lower extremity function, and mobility (measuring the progress of walking using time).

Scope:

• Healthcare teams understand the full process and value of TUG assessment.

• Provider able to give patients a clear and thorough explanation of the TUG process.

Notes:

• Quick to conduct with minimal equipment required.

• Highly reliable and valid.

• Provides useful outcomes related to reduced falls risk.