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AAOS

(American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Foot and Ankle Outcomes Questionnaire)

Focus:

The AAOS Foot and Ankle Outcomes Questionnaire is designed to evaluate how foot and ankle conditions impact a patient’s ability to perform daily activities. This tool captures physical limitations and pain levels, making it essential for monitoring functional outcomes in both surgical and non-surgical treatment pathways involving the lower extremities

Relevant Survey:

  • Body Part: Foot & Ankle
  • Area Of Focus: Foot and Ankle Pain, Injury, Surgery Recovery, Orthopedic Conditions


The AAOS Foot and Ankle Outcomes Questionnaire is widely used in orthopedic clinics, sports medicine, and podiatric settings. It helps healthcare providers understand how injuries or conditions such as plantar fasciitis, fractures, or arthritis affect a patient’s everyday functioning, mobility, and overall quality of life.

Description:

The AAOS addresses how foot and ankle disorders interfere with essential activities such as walking, standing, climbing stairs, and participating in recreational activities. The AAOS questionnaire assesses both pain levels and physical function to offer a well-rounded view of a patient’s condition. It is used in pre- and post-treatment settings to gauge improvements and support data-driven decision-making.

Use Cases:

  • Primary Use: Measures disability and function related to foot and ankle issues.
  • Target Conditions: Sprains, fractures, arthritis, plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, and post-surgical recovery.
  • Post-Surgery Assessment: Monitors recovery progression after foot and ankle procedures.
  • Other Applicable Patients: Individuals undergoing physical therapy, orthotic treatment, or sports rehabilitation.

Number Of Questions: 5

See an example of the AAOS in the SolvEdge platform by watching the video below:

Click here to view the questionnaire. 

Questionnaire Survey Consists of:

The AAOS includes 25 questions across 5 main subscales, across the following functional areas:

  • Pain (9 questions)
  • Function (6 questions)
  • Stiffness and Swelling (2 questions)
  • Giving Way (3 questions)
  • Shoe Comfort (5 questions​)

     

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