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VAS
(Visual Analog Scale)
Focus:
The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for Back and Leg Pain is a simple and widely used tool designed to assess the intensity of pain experienced by individuals, specifically targeting back and leg pain. It is particularly useful in evaluating the severity of symptoms in conditions such as sciatica, lumbar spine disorders, and radiculopathy. The VAS helps clinicians track pain levels and assess the effectiveness of various treatments, making it valuable in both acute and chronic pain management.
The VAS is a validated pain measurement tool that quantifies the intensity of pain. It consists of a 10-centimeter line with endpoints that represent “no pain” and “worst possible pain,” enabling patients to indicate their perceived pain level. The VAS is frequently used to monitor the progress of back and leg pain over time and evaluate the impact of interventions such as physical therapy, medication, or surgery.
Relevant Survey:
- Body Part: Back (Lumbar Spine), Legs
- Area Of Focus: Back Pain, Leg Pain, Lumbar Spine Disorders, Sciatica, Radiculopathy
The VAS is used across various healthcare settings, including orthopedic, neurological, and rehabilitation practices, to assess how back and leg pain impacts a patient’s quality of life. It provides a clear and simple method to evaluate pain intensity and track changes over time, assisting in treatment planning and outcome assessment.
Description:
The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for Back and Leg Pain is a straightforward PROM that measures the intensity of pain on a scale from “no pain” to “worst possible pain.” It provides valuable information about the severity of symptoms, helping clinicians monitor changes in pain levels throughout treatment. It is commonly used to assess pain intensity in patients with chronic back and leg pain, such as those suffering from sciatica or herniated discs, and to evaluate post-surgical recovery.
Use Cases:
- Primary Use: Measures the intensity of back and leg pain in patients with lumbar spine disorders or sciatica
- Target Conditions: Chronic lower back pain, leg pain, sciatica, lumbar radiculopathy, and herniated discs.
- Post-Surgery Assessment: Evaluates pain levels after spinal surgery or other interventions to track recovery progress.
- Other Applicable Patients: Individuals with acute or chronic back and leg pain undergoing rehabilitation, physical therapy, or conservative treatment.
Number Of Questions: 1
See an example of the VAS in the SolvEdge platform by watching the video below:
Click here to view the questionnaire.
Questionnaire Survey Consists of:
The VAS for Back and Leg Pain consists of a 310-centimeter line. The patient marks the point on the line that represents their pain intensity, ranging from:
No Pain (0) at one end of the line
Worst Possible Pain (10) at the other end
- Pain on Back
- Pain on one leg
- Pain on another leg
