Modified Classification of Speed for Soft Tissue Pain

Speed developed a classification for soft tissue pain.

Parameters:

(1) pain trigger

(2) pain intensity

(3) pain duration

(4) impact on ability to perform tasks

Pain Trigger	Pain Intensity	Pain Duration	Impact	Level
none	none	NA	none	1
after extreme exertion only	mild	stops when activity stops	none	2
starts with some activities	moderate	lasts 1-2 hours after stopping activity	some impact	3
starts with activities and becomes worse	moderate to severe	lasts 3-6 hours after stopping activity	significant impact	4
starts with any activity and becomes much worse, may occur at rest	severe	lasts up to 24 hours after activity	unable to perform	5

To read more or access our algorithms and calculators, please log in or register.