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The recall DASH score--a novel research tool
Nicholas Reynolds1, Sunil Thirkannad
1Christine M Kleinert Institute for Hand & Microsurgery, Louisville, KY 40202, USA.
Summary
The Recall DASH score effectively captures pre-treatment hand function in patients when initial scores are missing. This validated method offers a reliable research tool for hand surgery studies.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Hand Surgery
- Clinical Research
Background:
- The Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) score is a standard for assessing hand function.
- Pre-treatment DASH scores are sometimes unavailable, posing a challenge for research and clinical evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To validate the "Recall DASH" score as a reliable method for estimating pre-treatment hand function.
- To provide a practical solution for studies lacking initial DASH scores.
Main Methods:
- Patients undergoing hand surgery provided an initial DASH score at their first clinic visit.
- At final follow-up, patients recalled and provided their estimated pre-treatment DASH score.
- Statistical analysis, including correlation, was used to compare the initial and recalled scores.
Main Results:
- Thirty-eight patients were included in the study.
- An excellent agreement (correlation of 0.86) was observed between initial and recalled DASH scores.
- The average follow-up interval was 32 weeks.
Conclusions:
- The Recall DASH score is a highly reliable and useful tool for research in hand surgery.
- This method allows for retrospective assessment of pre-treatment hand function when initial data is absent.
