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Nancy W Glynn¹, Adam J Santanasto, Eleanor M Simonsick

¹Department of Epidemiology, Center for Aging and Population Health, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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Summary

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The new 10-item Pittsburgh Fatigability Scale (PFS) reliably measures perceived fatigability in older adults. This scale aids in identifying individuals at risk for mobility limitations.

Keywords:

fatigability fatigue mobility performance measures validation

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Rehabilitation Science

Background:

Fatigability is a key factor impacting older adults' mobility and function.
Existing measures may not fully capture perceived fatigability.
A validated tool is needed to assess perceived fatigability in older populations.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop the Pittsburgh Fatigability Scale (PFS).
To establish the reliability and validity of the PFS against performance measures in older adults.

Main Methods:

A 26-item scale was developed and reduced to a 10-item PFS using principal components analysis.
Reliability was assessed via internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha) and test-retest (intraclass correlation).
Validity was evaluated by comparing PFS scores with performance fatigability, gait speed, physical function, and fitness measures.

Main Results:

The 10-item PFS demonstrated strong internal consistency (α=0.88) and excellent test-retest reliability (ICC=0.86).
PFS scores were significantly higher in individuals with greater performance fatigability, slower gait speed, poorer physical function, and lower fitness (P < .001).
Differences in PFS scores between high and low performance fatigability groups ranged from 3.2 to 5.1 points.

Conclusions:

The 10-item PFS is a valid and reliable measure of perceived fatigability in older adults.
The PFS can complement performance-based measures to identify older adults at risk of mobility limitations.
This scale is suitable for use in clinical and research settings.