Recently, the validity and reliability of assessment tools in which two tasks are performed simultaneously have been investigated. Although the utility of dual-task assessments in assessing falls in neurological diseases is uncertain, the reliability of dual-task assessments involving walking has shown quite good results. Stroke survivors have decreases in one or both (locomotor and cognitive) performances while walking and simultaneously performing a cognitive task. The tasks selected in dual-task evaluations may affect dual-task interactions, therefore, tasks that are compatible with daily living activities should be used in dual-task evaluations. A previous study confirmed the validity of the dual-task F8W test in predicting falls in older adults. Because of this reaason, stroke patients aged 50 and over will be included in the study.
The validity of the dual-task F8W test in predicting falls in older adults has been confirmed. As far as we know, there are no studies evaluating the validity and reliability of the dual-task F8W test in stroke patients. Therefore, the aim of the study is to evaluate the validity and reliability of the F8W and dual-task F8W test in stroke patients.