Measure more than one dimension
Walking speed, chair rise and functional questionnaires answer different questions. Combining them gives a broader starting picture.
Consistency matters
Use the same distance, chair, instructions and environment if the goal is to compare change over time.
Safety first
Do not attempt an unsupervised task if you feel unstable, have acute pain or require human assistance to avoid a fall.
Established evidenceFactual statements are grounded in the publications listed below.
KŌMØ perspectiveKŌMØ favours a multidimensional, longitudinal reading of mobility.
LimitsThis page is educational and does not replace medical assessment when a change is recent, marked or accompanied by other symptoms.