Table 1. Modified H&Y stage of Parkinson's disease.
Stage | Modified H&Y Scale |
1 | Unilateral involvement only |
1.5 | Unilateral and axial involvement |
2 | Bilateral involvement without impairment of balance |
2.5 | Mild bilateral disease with recovery on pull test |
3 | Mild to moderate bilateral disease; some postural instability; physically independent |
4 | Severe disability; still able to walk or stand unassisted |
5 | Wheelchair bound or bedridden unless aided |