Introduction to GMFCS
- The Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) is a standardized observational instrument designed to classify children with cerebral palsy (CP) based on gross motor function and mobility.
- Initially developed in 1997 and revised in 2007 (expanded and revised edition).
- Facilitates consistent communication among healthcare providers and families regarding motor function and prognosis.
Purpose and Application
- Provides prognostic information and guides clinical decision-making and intervention planning.
- Classifies gross motor performance, emphasizing functional abilities rather than limitations.
- Reliable tool for research, clinical assessments, and program evaluations.
- Applicable from infancy (under 2 years) through adolescence (12 to 18 years).
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