Timed Up & Go
Clients wear their regular footwear and can use a walking aid, if needed. Begin by having the patient sit back in a chair and identify a line 10 feet away, on the floor. (Record This)
When i Say Go I want you to:
Stand up from the chair
Walk to the line on the floor at your normal pace
Turn.
Walk back to the chair at your normal pace.
Sit down again
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30 - Second Chair Stand
Test Leg Strength and endurance
A chair with a straight back without arm rests
Instruct
Sit in the middle of the chair
place your hands on the opposite shoulder crossed, at the wrists
Keep your feet flat on the floor.
Keep your back straight, and keep your arms against your chest.
On "Go" rise to a full standing position, then sit back down again.
Repeat this for 30 seconds
if client must use his/her arms to stand, stop the test. record 0 for the number and score
if the client is over halfway to a standing position when 30 seconds have elapsed, count it as a stand
If clients uses arms to stand or less that 8 chair stand its an indication of weakness in legs.
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The 4-Stage Balance Test
There are four standing positions that get progressively harder to maintain, describe and demonstrate each position to the client, Then stand next to the client hold their arm and help them assume the correct position. when client is steady let go and time how long they can maintain the position. remain ready to assist the patient if they should lose their balance.
If client can hold position for 10 second without moving their feet or needing support go on to the next position.
if not STOP the test.
Time held in tandem and single‑leg stance predicts falls within 6 months in older adults.
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Grip Strength
Hold your arm with your elbow bent at a 90-degree angle.
Squeeze the dynamometer as hard as possible.
Apply grip force in a smooth motion. Avoid jerking.
Repeat twice more for a total of three times.
Your grip strength is the average of the three readings.
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Hip Hinge
Set-up: Feet hip-width, soft knees, weight in heels.
Move: Push hips straight back, torso tips forward while spine stays neutral. Arms reach to the ground. (Bow at the hips)
End position: Hips ~45–60° flexed, shins nearly vertical, hamstrings loaded.
Return: Drive through heels, squeeze glutes, stand tall without leaning back.
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Body-weight Squat
Set-up: Feet a bit wider than hips, toes slightly out, chest tall.
Move: Sit hips back and down as knees track over mid-foot, arms float forward for balance.
Depth: Stop when thighs are at or below parallel without losing neutral spine or heels.
Return: Press evenly through whole foot, extend knees and hips together, finish upright and braced.
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Farmer’s Carry
Set-up: Pick up equal weights with a hip-hinge, stand tall, shoulders down/back, core tight.
Walk: Small, controlled steps—feet under hips, head level, no leaning toward the load.
Breathing: Steady inhale/exhale every few steps; avoid breath-holding.
Finish: Park weights with a controlled hinge; don’t drop them.
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