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Overall Neuropathy Limitations Scale (ONLS)

Quantifies severity of peripheral neuropathy.

Arms grade score

Does the patient have any symptoms in their hands or arms?

e.g. tingling, numbness or weakness

Legs grade score

Does the patient have difficulty running or climbing stairs?

Does the patient have difficulty with walking?

Does their gait look abnormal?

How do they mobilize for about 10 m (33 ft)?

Does the patient use ankle foot orthoses/braces?

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Advice

The total score 0-12 provides an overall measure of the current disability relating to the patient’s neuropathy, and comparison to previous scores (or future) allows objective tracking of progress over time.

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