Surveys
The Surveys module allows you to administer, track, and analyze standardized assessments for your clients. Surveys can be completed directly on your device during sessions or sent to clients via email for remote completion.
Key Features
Real-time survey administration during sessions
Email survey distribution for remote completion
Automatic scoring and trend analysis
MCID (Minimal Clinically Important Difference) tracking
Historical results viewing with graphical representation
Accessing Surveys
Select a client from your client list
Navigate to the Surveys section
Choose between viewing past results or starting a new survey
Survey Administration Methods
In-Person/On Device
Select "Surveys" from the main navigation
Choose the desired outcome measure
Tap "Start" to begin administration
Questions appear one at a time with appropriate response options
Navigate between questions using "Previous" and "Next" buttons
Submit the survey when all questions are completed
Remote Administration (Email)
Select the desired outcome measure
Tap "Send" to open the email dialog
Verify or modify the client's email address
Send the survey link to your client
Results will automatically sync when the client completes the survey
Understanding Survey Results
Results Dashboard
View all completed surveys for a client
Each entry shows:
Survey name
Completion date
Total score
Score change indicator (↑ or ↓)
MCID achievement badge when applicable
Score Interpretation
Trending arrows indicate score changes:
Green: Improvement (based on whether higher or lower scores are better)
Red: Decline
Grey: No change
MCID badge appears when score change meets clinically significant threshold
Detailed view shows:
Question-by-question responses
Individual question scores
Total score
Score trend graph
Progress Tracking
Trend Visualization
Interactive line graph shows score progression over time
Tap points on the graph to view specific assessment details
View score changes relative to baseline
Track progress toward clinical goals
MCID Monitoring
System automatically calculates if MCID threshold is met
Visual indicators show clinically significant improvements
Helps inform clinical decision-making and treatment planning
Survey Features
Question Types
Likert scales: Multiple choice with defined response options
Slider scales: Continuous scale with defined anchors
Conditional questions: Display based on previous responses
Scoring
Automatic calculation of:
Individual question scores
Total scores
Score changes from previous assessments
MCID achievement
Best Practices
When to Administer
At initial evaluation
At regular intervals during treatment
Prior to progress notes/reports
At discharge
Follow-up periods as clinically indicated
Selecting Outcome Measures
Choose measures validated for your client's condition
Consider:
Administration time
Complexity level
Clinical relevance
Progress tracking needs
Documentation Integration
Use results to inform clinical documentation
Reference objective data in progress notes
Include trend analysis in progress reports
Document clinical significance of score changes
Privacy and Security
All survey data is encrypted
Results are securely stored within the client's record
Email links are single-use and expire after completion
Compliance with healthcare privacy regulations
Regular Updates
The outcome measures module is regularly updated to:
Add new standardized assessments
Improve scoring algorithms
Enhance user interface
Add new features based on clinical feedback
Available Outcome Measures
Neck & Back Assessments
Neck Disability Index (NDI)
Gold standard measure for neck pain and disability
10-item questionnaire covering pain intensity, personal care, lifting, reading, headaches, concentration, work, driving, sleeping, and recreation
Scored 0-50, with higher scores indicating greater disability
MCID: 5-10 points or 10% change
Roland-Morris Low Back Pain and Disability Questionnaire
24-item assessment for low back pain impact on daily activities
Yes/no responses to statements about physical functions
Scored 0-24, with higher scores indicating greater disability
MCID: 2-3 points for acute low back pain
Modified Oswestry Low Back Pain Disability Questionnaire
10-section questionnaire assessing impact of low back pain
Covers pain intensity, personal care, lifting, walking, sitting, standing, sleeping, social life, traveling, and employment
Scored as percentage of disability (0-100%)
MCID: 10-12 percentage points
Upper Extremity Assessments
QuickDASH
Shortened version of the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand questionnaire
11 items assessing upper extremity function and symptoms
Scored 0-100, with higher scores indicating greater disability
MCID: 15.91 points
Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI)
13-item questionnaire with pain and disability subscales
Assesses shoulder pain and difficulty with activities
Scored 0-100, with higher scores indicating greater impairment
MCID: 8-13 points
Lower Extremity Assessments
Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS)
20-item questionnaire for lower extremity conditions
Assesses difficulty with various activities
Scored 0-80, with higher scores indicating better function
MCID: 9 points
Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Scale (KOOS-12)
Shortened version of KOOS
12 items covering pain, symptoms, ADL, sport/recreation, and QOL
Scored 0-100 for each subscale, with higher scores indicating better function
MCID varies by subscale: 8-10 points
Specialized Assessments
Central Sensitization Inventory (CSI)
Screens for presence of central sensitization syndromes
25 items assessing various symptoms
Scored 0-100, with higher scores indicating greater central sensitization
Clinical significance: scores ≥ 40 suggest central sensitization
Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI)
25-item assessment of dizziness impact
Covers physical, emotional, and functional domains
Scored 0-100, with higher scores indicating greater handicap
MCID: 18 points
VISA-A (Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment - Achilles)
Specific to Achilles tendinopathy
8 questions covering pain, function, and activity
Scored 0-100, with higher scores indicating better function
MCID: 6.5 points
VISA-P (Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment - Patella)
Specific to patellar tendinopathy
8 questions assessing symptoms and functional limitations
Scored 0-100, with higher scores indicating better function
MCID: 13 points
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