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Edinburgh Visual Gait Score (EVGS)
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Purpose
Visual analysis of gait in Cerebral Palsy when complex instrumented three-dimensional gait analysis is not available
For assessment and measuring outcomes of intervention
Ambulant children GMFCS I to III
Assesment Type
Patient Group
Cerebral Palsy
Age Group
Infants (0-2 years) | Children (3-12 years) | Adolescents (13-17 years)
ICF domain
Activity & Participation
Area of assessment
Balance and co-ordination | Gross Motor
Key description
Description
Numerical score for reviewing videoed gait. 17 items in frontal and sagittal planes
Reliability / validity
Inter-observer agreement was 60–90%
Reliability higher for distal segments.
Valid for barefoot or orthotic use.
Strengths / weaknesses
Video must be accurately taken from front and side without moving the camera. Need close up footage of some areas.
Video capture reduces fatigue in children.
Cost
Free
Equipment required
Tripod and camera equipment for recording, goniometer
Training required
Yes and experience recommended
Considerations & references
Reliability and validity of Edinburgh visual gait score as an evaluation tool for children with cerebral palsy
https://docplayer.net/1481631-Edinburgh-visual-gait-score-for-use-in-cerebral-palsy.html
Mariadel Pilar Duque Orozco et al Gait & Posture, Volume 49, September 2016, Pages 14-18
Scoring and training presentation https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/post/leuven-gait-course-2019
Time to complete
20 -30 minutes
Comments
Technological challenges might be an obstacle for some.
Available only in English
If you spot any errors or wish to suggest any amendments to this summary, please contact paediatricmeasures@apcp.org.uk