Table 1.

The MSTS score for lower limb functionality.

Score	Pain	Function	Emotional	Supports	Walking	Gait
1	No pain	No restriction	Enthused	None	Unlimited	Normal
2	Intermediate	Intermediate	Intermediate	Intermediate	Intermediate	Intermediate
3	Modest / non disabling	Recreational restriction	Satisfied	Brace	Limited	Minor cosmetic
4	Intermediate	Intermediate	Intermediate	Intermediate	Intermediate	Intermediate
5	Moderate / disabling	Partial restrictions	Accepts	One cane / crutch	Inside only	Major cosmetic
6	Severe disabling	Total restriction	Dislikes	Two canes / crutches	Not independent	Major handicap