Oswestry Disability Index for Low Back Pain

Calculates the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) from 10 sections (pain intensity, personal care, lifting, walking, sitting, standing, sleeping, social life, traveling, and changing degree of pain), each scored 0–5. ODI % = (sum / 50) × 100. Minimal disability 0–20%, moderate 21–40%, severe 41–60%, crippled 61–80%, bed-bound 81–100%.

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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

Calculates the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) from 10 sections (pain intensity, personal care, lifting, walking, sitting, standing, sleeping, social life, traveling, and changing degree of pain), each scored 0–5. ODI % = (sum / 50) × 100. Minimal disability 0–20%, moderate 21–40%, severe 41–60%, crippled 61–80%, bed-bound 81–100%

Each component has a specific meaning:

  • 10 sections (pain intensity — The 10 sections (pain intensity recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Personal care — The personal care recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Lifting — The lifting recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Walking — The walking recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Sitting — The sitting recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Standing — The standing recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the oswestry disability index result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the 10 sections (pain intensity, personal care, lifting, walking, sitting, standing for the scenario you are assessing. Calculates the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) from 10 sections (pain intensity, personal care, lifting, walking, sitting, standing, sleeping, social life, traveling, and changing degree of pain), each scored 0–5. ODI % = (sum / 50) × 100. Minimal disability 0–20%, moderate 21–40%, severe 41–60%, crippled 61–80%, bed-bound 81–100%. Use the oswestry disability index result to inform your calculation.

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