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Patient-Specific Functional Scale (PSFS)

The Patient-Specific Functional Scale (PSFS) is widely investigated and among the most commonly used self-report, patient specific outcome measures. This tool is designed to assess change in function, primarily in individuals who present with musculoskeletal conditions. Strengths of this tool include its application to a wide range of abilities, and its function-based, rather than impairment-based, approach. The scale is seen as an important tool in measuring functional change, it is a compulsory element of care for organizations such as the New Zealand Accident Compensation Corporation, and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board of Ontario, Canada. Following a Delphi process including key stakeholders, Klokkerud et. al., reported that the PSFS should be included in a core set of outcome measures for individuals with musculoskeletal diseases in Norway to assess attainment of goals. In addition, the scale has been reported to map well to the activity component of the International Classification of Functioning.