ALSFRS-R (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Functional Rating Scale – Revised)

The ALSFRS-R (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Functional Rating Scale – Revised) is a tool used to measure how much ALS affects a person's daily abilities. It evaluates function in areas such as speech, swallowing, handwriting, walking, and breathing. Healthcare providers use it to track disease progression over time, helping to assess how symptoms change and how well treatments are working. The scale consists of questions scored to reflect the level of independence or difficulty in each area, providing a comprehensive overview of the patient's functional status in a standardized way.