The minimal important change of the Fugl-Meyer Assessment- Lower Extremity motor scale in patients with acute stroke

Key Points

• The minimal important change for lower extremity motor function is determined in acute stroke patients, indicating critical recovery milestones.
• An effect size of 10-12 points on the Fugl-Meyer Assessment suggests meaningful recovery for stroke patients.
• This is an observational analysis assessing changes in motor skills following an acute stroke, based on patient assessments over a recovery period.
• Identifying the minimal important change highlights essential recovery benchmarks necessary for effective stroke rehabilitation efforts.