Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) For Low Back Pain assesses the degree of disability and impairment to daily activities caused by low back pain.
To calculate the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI).
Use to calculate the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). The ODI is based on a summation of 10 parameters: pain intensity, personal care, lifting, walking, sitting, standing, sleeping, sex life, social life and travelling. ODI score (percentage): Interpretation: 0% to 20% Minimal disability - No treatment may be indicated except for suggestions on lifting, posture, physical fitness and diet. In the case of sedentary patients, more problems may need to be addressed. 21% to 40% Moderate disability - Conservative treatment may be sufficient. The level of impairment increases and patients may experience more problems with sitting, standing, sexual activity or traveling. 41% to 60% Severe disability – Recommendation for detailed evaluation as pain is primary problem. 61% to 80% Patient is crippled – back or leg pain are impacting daily living. Recommendation for active treatment. 81% to 100% Patient bedbound or exaggerating their symptoms.
Fairbank JC, Pynsent PB. The Oswestry Disability Index. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2000 Nov 15;25(22):2940-52; discussion 2952. doi: 10.1097/00007632-200011150-00017. PMID: 11074683.
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