Table 1.

Lower extremity subscore of modified Japanese Orthopaedic Association scale (mJOA).

Lower Extremity Subscore (/7)	0	Complete loss of movement and sensation
	1	Complete loss of movement, some sensation present
	2	Inability to walk, but some movement
	3	Able to walk on flat ground with walking aid
	4	Able to walk without walking aid but must hold a handrail on stairs
	5	Moderate to severe walking imbalance, but able to perform stairs without handrail
	6	Mild imbalance when standing OR walking
	7	Normal walking