Dimension
|
MSPT Test
|
MSFC Test
|
Comment
|
Lower extremity function |
WST |
25FW |
WST has been shown to correlate with EDSS, and patient self-reports |
Walking and standing stability |
Balance Test |
None |
Imbalance is a common MS manifestation, but there are no practical balance tests for general use |
Hand coordination |
MDT |
9HPT |
9HPT has been shown to be informative in clinical trials |
Cognitive processing speed |
PST |
SDMT |
PASAT-3 was recommended for the initial version of the MSFC, but an expert panel has recommended that it be replace by SDMT |
Vision |
LCLAT |
SLCLA |
SLCLA has been validated in MS patients and recommended for future versions of the MSFC |