The dimensionality of functional independence measure (FIM)

Abstract

This is an audit of the dimensionality of FIM referring to a Ravaud et al. 1 study in which was indicated that the use of FIM scores is not justified because the assumption of unidimensionality is not given. Performing a factor analysis with our FIM assessment data we conclude that although the two-dimension solution holds for many data sets, other possibilities should be considered as changes of dimensionality are also empirical results.A search for valid instruments based on phenomenological, ecological and contextual conceptualization of independence is encouraged.

Physiotherapy Rehabilitation as an Adjunct to Functional Independence in Diffuse Axonal Injury: A Case Report

“…The physiotherapy rehabilitation included the education of family members about the progress of the patient, counseling, mobility exercises, and airway clearance. Few outcome measures such as Glasgow Coma Scale [12], Tardieu Scale [13], Functional Independence Measure [14], and Rancho Los Amigos Scale were used to track the progress of the patient. The results of the scales were quite satisfactory and showed great improvements on every scale.…”