ArticleBMC musculoskeletal disorders2025
Adaptation of the Upper Limb Functional Index (ULFI) to a Polish version and validation in patients with upper limb musculoskeletal disorders.
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backgroundThe Upper Limb Functional Index (ULFI) is a robust, widely used tool for assessing the functional status of the upper limbs (ULs) and the effectiveness of interventions in patients with musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). This study aimed to translate and culturally adapt the ULFI into Polish (ULFI-PL) and evaluate its psychometric properties and practical characteristics.
methodsA total of 127 patients (54% female,
resultsThe ULFI-PL demonstrated a good internal consistency (α = 0.77) and high construct validity, supported by the confirmation of five out of six a priori hypotheses (83.33%). A confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) revealed a unidimensional structure. It also demonstrated a high test-retest reliability (r = 0.85). The measurement error was calculated using the standard error of measurement (SEM = 4.75%) and the minimal detectable change (MDC
conclusionsThe ULFI-PL is a reliable, valid, and responsive tool for assessing the upper limb function in Polish-speaking patients with ULMSDs and is suitable for use in both clinical and research contexts. The results are consistent with previous studies on the original English version and other language adaptations.
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