The Subjective Index of Physical and Social Outcome (SIPSO): a new measure for use with stroke patients

Abstract

The SIPSO provides a brief, valid and reliable assessment of an individual's ability to reintegrate to a 'normal' lifestyle. The SIPSO differs from other measures in that it provides assessment of both quantity and quality of activities and interaction, reflecting an individual's ability to reintegrate to his/her own satisfaction. As a 10-item self-report questionnaire the SIPSO can be administered quickly and cheaply to large numbers of patients.