Document Type
Research Poster
Publication Date
2-2025
Abstract
The ability to get up and down off the floor is associated with functional independence and is not often clinically assessed. Previous research has shown that floor transfers (FT) are closely linked with falls and associated injuries, age, and the physical function of older adults. There is association between individuals self reported ability and actual ability to complete a FT. No research has assessed the association between self-report measures and actual ability to get up from the floor. Purpose: Determine the relationship between self-report measures and FT ability while evaluating the differences in these measures and the strategies used by older adults. Hypothesis: Older adults with high self-efficacy, high physical function, high physical activity and low fear of falling will have quicker FT times and these measures will differ between strategies used.
Recommended Citation
Helton, Brianna; Doveri, Marisa; Peerboom, Shelby; Thomson, Emily; Stutzenberger, Lyndsay; and Whited, Tyler, "Subjective Outcome Measures and Floor Transfer Ability in CommunityDwelling Older Adults" (2025). Student-Faculty Research - College of Physical Therapy. 90.
https://digitalcommons.georgefox.edu/pt_student/90