Why measure
- Patients continue when they can see progress, especially in the slow middle of rehab.
- Families understand why treatment is working, which matters in India where families often decide.
- Doctors trust physios who report results.
- You learn what works for which patients.
Keep it simple
You do not need ten questionnaires. One or two per condition:
- A pain score.
- One standard questionnaire for the body part, such as a neck or knee function score.
- One simple test you can repeat, such as walking time or sit-to-stand.
Measure at the right times
At the first visit, every few sessions, and at discharge.
Show the patient
Show the chart, not just the number. A line going in the right direction motivates. In Clinidiary, outcome measures can be filled in during the visit or sent to the patient before, and results show as a chart.
Use the results yourself
Every few months, look across your patients. Which conditions improve fastest? Where do people get stuck? That is what to learn next.
Progress you can show is also what keeps patients coming. See why patients finish their treatment and your rebooking rate.
Frequently asked questions
Which outcome measures should physios use?
A pain score, one standard questionnaire for the body part, and one repeatable functional test.
How often should outcomes be measured?
At the start, every few sessions, and at discharge.
Do outcome measures help patients continue treatment?
Yes. Seeing progress helps patients stay with the plan.