Research Article

Validation of Two Activity Monitors in Slow and Fast Walking Hospitalized Patients

Table 1

Standardized activities.

ActivityDuration

Lying supine, backrest flat1 min
Lying supine, hips and knees flexed1 min
Sitting in bed, legs straight and backrest 601 min
Sitting on a bed1 min
Sitting on a standard chair (height 45 cm)1 min
Standing1 min
Walking3 min
No. of stepsAssessed during walking