# Enhancing Measures of Trunk Function in those with Physical Impairment

> **NIH NIH R16** · ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY · 2024 · $124,750

## Abstract

Trunk function is an important aspect of overall physical function. Measuring trunk function can
be challenging, and currently, there is not a widely adopted assessment that is precise, easily
administered, and inexpensive. The proposed projects aims to evaluate the Volume of Action
Score (VoAS) and Trunk Stability Score (TSS) as assessments of trunk function. 120 individuals
(40 with disability, 80 without disability) will be evaluated utilizing each test. Their scores will be
correlated to the PROMIS Short Form for Physical Activity, surface electromyography,
kinematics, and pressure produced at the foot. The findings of the study will result in an
understanding of how trunk function impacts the ability to move and stabilize the trunk. VoAS
and TSS of the individuals without disabilities will be used to begin developing norms for these
tests.

## Key facts

- **NIH application ID:** 10855388
- **Project number:** 1R16GM153800-01
- **Recipient organization:** ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY
- **Principal Investigator:** JARED REHM
- **Activity code:** R16 (R01, R21, SBIR, etc.)
- **Funding institute:** NIH
- **Fiscal year:** 2024
- **Award amount:** $124,750
- **Award type:** 1
- **Project period:** 2024-05-01 → 2028-04-30

## Primary source

NIH RePORTER: https://reporter.nih.gov/project-details/10855388

## Citation

> US National Institutes of Health, RePORTER application 10855388, Enhancing Measures of Trunk Function in those with Physical Impairment (1R16GM153800-01). Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-05-26 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nih/10855388. Licensed CC0.

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