Tele-assessment of Functional Performance and Quality of Life in Patients With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Validity and Reliability Study

Thanks to tele-assessment methods, it may be possible to evaluate DMD patients without traveling to clinical centers. In recent years, the applicability of remote assessment methods in DMD patients, as in many populations, is being investigated. However, studies have generally focused on a single evaluation parameter such as physical function, a special evaluation method or a special evaluation tool. The aim of this study is to investigate whether remote assessment of functional performance and quality of life in DMD patients is valid and reliable. If a valid and reliable tele-evaluation method that includes functional performance and quality of life parameters is found to be valid and reliable, the travel burden on patients and caregivers can be eased, patients\' stress and anxiety related to travel can be reduced, caregivers can save time and energy and provide patients with the best possible treatment.