SARA Score — Friedreich's Ataxia Disease Assessment

Assess cerebellar ataxia severity in Friedreich's ataxia and spinocerebellar ataxias using the Scale for the Assessment and Rating of Ataxia (SARA) across gait, stance, sitting, speech, finger chase, nose-finger test, fast alternating movements, and heel-shin slide.

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Clinical Guidance

BMI is a screening measure of body size, not a direct measure of body fat. The standard WHO categories are underweight (<18.5), normal (18.5–24.9), overweight (25–29.9), and obese (≥30).

BMI can overestimate body fat in athletes with high muscle mass and underestimate it in older adults with low muscle mass. Interpret it alongside waist circumference and clinical context rather than as a standalone diagnosis.

⚕ Clinical Disclaimer: These calculators are for educational and reference purposes only. Always verify results with qualified clinical judgment and current clinical guidelines. Do not use as a sole basis for medical decisions.
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How It Works

Assess cerebellar ataxia severity in Friedreich's ataxia and spinocerebellar ataxias using the Scale for the Assessment and Rating of Ataxia (SARA) across gait, stance, sitting, speech, finger chase, nose-finger test, fast alternating movements, and heel-shin slide

Each component has a specific meaning:

  • Scale — The scale recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the sara score result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the Scale for the scenario you are assessing. Assess cerebellar ataxia severity in Friedreich's ataxia and spinocerebellar ataxias using the Scale for the Assessment and Rating of Ataxia (SARA) across gait, stance, sitting, speech, finger chase, nose-finger test, fast alternating movements, and heel-shin slide. Use the sara score result to inform your calculation.

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