VIDEO 7. Time up and go test

This test is commonly utilized as an assessment tool within the geriatric population. It involves the individual rising from a chair, walking a designated distance, and then sitting back down. The Timed Up and Go (TUG) test is widely employed to assess balance, mobility, and the risk of falls. The primary objective of the test is to evaluate the balance and movement abilities of elderly individuals during their daily activities. The individual is instructed to rise from the chair upon the command “Go,” walk three meters at a normal pace, turn around, and return to sit back in the chair. 

The completion time of an individual on a test provides information about their movement and balance abilities. The Timed Up and Go (TUG) test can be utilized to identify individuals at risk of falling, assess physical therapy programs, and monitor response to treatment.