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TIMEDUPANDGO (TUG) TEST The Calgary Zone Fall Prevention Initiative recommends the Timed Up & Go (TUG) test as a screen to identify falls risk, and for identification of gait and balance abnormalities.

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How to fill out timed-up-and-go tug test

1. To fill out the timed-up-and-go (TUG) test, follow these steps:
2. Start by placing a chair against a wall.
3. Have the person being tested sit in the chair.
4. Instruct the person to stand up from the chair without using their arms for support.
5. Once the person is standing, instruct them to walk at their normal pace to a marker placed 3 meters away.
6. The marker should be clearly visible and easily distinguishable.
7. The person should touch the marker with their hand and then turn around.
8. Instruct the person to walk back to the chair at their normal pace.
9. The test is complete when the person is seated in the chair again.
10. Measure the time taken from the moment the person starts to stand until they are seated again.
11. Repeat the test three times to get an average time.

Who needs timed-up-and-go tug test?

1. The timed-up-and-go (TUG) test is commonly used in geriatrics and rehabilitation settings to assess mobility and balance in older adults and individuals with certain conditions.
2. It is particularly useful for identifying individuals who may be at risk of falling or have difficulty with activities of daily living.
3. It can be used for patients with Parkinson's disease, stroke survivors, individuals with neurological conditions, and those recovering from surgery or injury.
4. The TUG test helps healthcare professionals evaluate a person's functional mobility and guide appropriate interventions and treatment plans.

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What is timed-up-and-go tug test?

The timed-up-and-go tug test is a simple test used to assess a person's mobility and balance.

Who is required to file timed-up-and-go tug test?

Patients or individuals who may have mobility issues or balance problems may be required to undergo the timed-up-and-go tug test.

How to fill out timed-up-and-go tug test?

The timed-up-and-go tug test involves timing how long it takes for an individual to stand up from a standard armchair, walk three meters, turn around, walk back to the chair, and sit down.

What is the purpose of timed-up-and-go tug test?

The purpose of the timed-up-and-go tug test is to assess an individual's mobility, balance, and risk of falls.

What information must be reported on timed-up-and-go tug test?

The timed-up-and-go tug test results should include the time taken to complete the test, any difficulties or abnormalities observed during the test, and any additional notes from the healthcare professional conducting the test.