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FAOS
(Foot and Ankle Outcome Score)
Focus:
The Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS) focuses on evaluating how foot and ankle pain, instability, and related symptoms affect a patient’s daily life and function. It is specifically designed to assess outcomes in individuals with a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, making it valuable for use in both surgical and non-surgical care pathways.
The FAOS is a validated and widely used patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) that quantifies symptoms, pain, and functional limitations associated with foot and ankle disorders. It is essential for tracking recovery progress over time and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions, including orthopedic surgery, physical therapy, and conservative treatments.
Relevant Survey:
- Body Part: Foot and Ankle
- Area Of Focus: Foot and Ankle Pain, Instability, Ligament Injuries, Post-Operative Recovery
The FAOS is commonly used across orthopedic, sports medicine, and rehabilitation settings to capture the impact of foot and ankle issues on functional ability. It enhances patient-centered care by directly gathering insights from the patient’s perspective and supports informed clinical decision-making through standardized outcome tracking
Description:
The Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS) is a comprehensive PROM designed to evaluate both symptoms and functional status in patients dealing with foot and ankle conditions. It assesses pain, daily activities, sports and recreational function, and quality of life. The FAOS is especially useful in pre- and post-treatment settings, including ligament reconstruction, ankle fusion, or rehabilitation programs. The information collected helps clinicians tailor care plans and monitor patient outcomes with precision.
Use Cases:
- Primary Use: Measures the degree of disability and function in patients with foot and ankle problems.
- Target Conditions: Ankle sprains, ligament tears, Achilles tendon injuries, arthritis, and post-surgical recovery
- Post-Surgery Assessment: Tracks symptom changes, functional improvement, and patient satisfaction following ankle or foot procedures
- Other Applicable Patients: Suitable for those undergoing conservative treatment, rehabilitation, or return-to-sport programs after injury.
Number Of Questions: 5
See an example of the FAOS in the SolvEdge platform by watching the video below:
Click here to view the questionnaire.
Questionnaire Survey Consists of:
The FAOS has 42 questions divided in 5 sub-scales:
- Pain (9 Questions)
- Other Symptoms (e.g., stiffness, swelling) (7 Questions)
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) (17 questions)
- Sport and Recreation Function (5 Questions)
- Foot and Ankle-Related Quality of Life (QOL) (4 Questions)
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