MOT students contribute to the Rehabilitation Measures Database

University of Washington Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) students, under the guidance of Associate Professor Danbi Lee, have contributed to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Rehabilitation Measures Database by updating assessment summaries. These summaries provide clinicians and researchers with the latest evidence on commonly used rehabilitation assessments.

Since 2020, MOT students have added 25 updated summaries to the database, with seven completed in the past two years alone. Three of the seven new summaries are already published, and one was featured as the Measure of the Week by the Center for Rehabilitation Outcomes Research. 

The Rehabilitation Measures Database is a widely used online resource that compiles information on assessments measuring benchmarks and outcomes in physical medicine and rehabilitation. The database helps clinicians select the most appropriate tools by summarizing key psychometric properties, administration guidelines, and clinical applications based on current research.

Through their contributions, MOT students are engaging in evidence-based practice and ensuring that rehabilitation professionals have access to up-to-date information on assessments used in clinical and research settings.

The latest student-updated summaries include:

• Home and Community Environment (HACE) – A self-report measure assessing how home and community environments influence participation in daily life.
• Modified Fatigue Impact Scale (MFIS) – A measure evaluating the impact of fatigue on physical, cognitive, and social activities, often used for individuals with multiple sclerosis.
• Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale (ABC Scale) – A tool assessing a person's confidence in maintaining balance during various activities.

The updated assessment summaries are available on Shirley Ryan Ability Lab Rehabilitation Measures Database.