Barthel Index Calculator

Assess functional independence in activities of daily living using the 10-item Barthel Index (0–100 scale).

Feeding

Bathing

Grooming

Dressing

Bowel Control

Bladder Control

Toilet Use

Transfers (bed ↔ chair)

Mobility on Level Surface

Stairs

How to Use the Barthel Index Calculator

Select the score for each of the 10 activities of daily living.
Scores reflect the patient's actual performance, not capability.
Click Calculate to see the total score and functional interpretation.

Casos de Uso

•Assessing functional status in stroke rehabilitation.
•Monitoring recovery progress in inpatient and outpatient rehab.
•Determining discharge planning and care needs.

Fórmula

Barthel Index: sum of 10 ADL items. Total 0–100. Interpretation: 0–20 total dependence, 21–60 severe, 61–90 moderate, 91–99 slight dependence, 100 independent.

Preguntas Frecuentes

What is the Barthel Index?

The Barthel Index (BI) is a widely used ordinal scale measuring functional independence in activities of daily living (ADL). It was developed by Mahoney and Barthel in 1965 and is commonly used in stroke and rehabilitation medicine.

How is the Barthel Index scored?

Ten items are scored: feeding (0/5/10), bathing (0/5), grooming (0/5), dressing (0/5/10), bowel control (0/5/10), bladder control (0/5/10), toilet use (0/5/10), transfers (0/5/10/15), mobility (0/5/10/15), and stairs (0/5/10). Maximum score is 100.

Disclaimer

For educational and screening purposes only. The Barthel Index should be administered and interpreted by trained healthcare professionals. It does not replace comprehensive functional assessment.