The Speed Precision ObsTacle CourSe (SPOTS): a reliable, valid and sensitive obstacle course for assessing walking adaptability for people with central neurological disorders

Key Points

• The aim is to introduce and validate a tool for assessing advanced walking adaptability in individuals with central neurological disorders.
• Developed an obstacle course designed to test walking adaptability.
• Evaluated reliability and validity of the assessment tool.
• Conducted tests with individuals diagnosed with central neurological disorders.
• SPOTS demonstrated high reliability in measuring walking adaptability.
• The tool was validated as effective in assessing individuals with central neurological disorders.
• Sensitivity of SPOTS was confirmed, indicating its ability to detect changes in walking adaptability.