Reliability of the Malay Version of the KOOS Patellofemoral Pain and Subscale (KOOS-PF)

• Published in: ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL
• Main Authors: Fuhad, Aslinda; Zahari, Zarina; Sadio, Norhidayah; Lin, Pi Peng
• Format: Proceedings Paper
• Language: English
• Published: E-IPH LTD UK 2023
• Subjects: Environmental Sciences & Ecology
• Online Access: https://www-webofscience-com.uitm.idm.oclc.org/wos/woscc/full-record/WOS:001106458600023

Introduction: The Knee Orthopaedic Outcome Score-Patellofemoral (KOOS-PF) has been established as a reliable and valid instrument for evaluating individuals suffering from patellofemoral discomfort. However, a Malay version of KOOS-PF is unavailable. Significant: To assess the reliability of the KOOS-PF Malay version. Methods: The English KOOS-PF was translated into Malay utilising a forward and backward translation technique. Findings: The Cronbach's alpha value is 0.917, indicating highly reliable tools for Malaysians with PFPS. Conclusion: The KOOS-PF Malay questionnaire was reliable, dependable, and simple for assessing stiffness, pain, and quality of life in Malaysia.