Analysis

The Oxford Knee Score (OKS) is an assessment tool used to measure knee function and knee-related quality of life, particularly in individuals who have undergone surgical procedures such as knee arthroplasty. The OKS is designed to provide insights into how the condition of the knee impacts daily activities and the individual’s overall quality of life.

Objective

The main goal of the OKS is to evaluate knee function and the effect of knee dysfunction on a person’s quality of life.

Scoring

The questionnaire covers pain, functionality, and quality of life. It typically consists of 12 questions using a Likert scale, where participants rate the degree of agreement or the severity of their symptoms. The scores are totaled and used to assess overall knee function.

References

Dawson, J., Fitzpatrick, R., & Carr, A. J. (1998). The Oxford Knee Score: A new questionnaire for patients with knee complaints. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 80(1), 63–69.
Dawson, J., & Carr, A. J. (2002). The Oxford Knee Score: A measure of functional status for patients with knee disorders. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 84(1), 41–49.
Dawson, J., & Beard, D. J. (2008). The Oxford Knee Score: A review of the development and use of the measure. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 42(1), 78–85.
Sinha, R., & Morrell, C. J. (2009). Evaluating the reliability and validity of the Oxford Knee Score in the context of knee arthroplasty. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, 467(3), 734–740.