Table 5.
A higher level grouping of ALSFRS items based on the dendrogram of Figure 7 as is interpreted by medical convention.
Group | ALSFRS Functions | Semantic and Medical Interpretation |
---|---|---|
1 | Salivation, Speech, Swallowing | Bulbar |
2 | Handwriting, Cutting Food and Eating | Upper limbs |
3 | Walking, Climbing Stairs | Lower limbs |
4 | Turning in Bed, Dressing/Hygiene | Full body |
5 | Respiratory | Respiratory |