The Multistage Field Test (MFT) is an aerobic fitness test specifically designed for wheelchair users. This test, which is a wheelchair version of the beep test, was developed by Vanderthommen et al. in 2002. Unlike the standard beep test, the MFT uses different speeds and an octagonal course marked out using cones.
Purpose
The main purpose of the MFT is to evaluate the physical fitness of wheelchair users and predict their peak oxygen consumption.
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Equipment Required
To conduct the MFT, you will need cones, a flat hard surface, and an audio recording. You can create your own audio recording using the team beep test software.
Test Layout
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The MFT takes place on an octagonal course marked out using cones. The course consists of a 15m x 15m square with modified corners to create turning zones that are 2.83m long. The four main sides of the octagon are 11m long, and the corner zones eliminate the need for sharp 90-degree turns.
Procedure
During the MFT, participants start with an initial wheeling velocity of 6 km/h, which is increased by 0.37 km/h in one-minute stages. A beep signals when the subject needs to reach the turning zone. The test is stopped if the subject fails to reach the turning zone on three consecutive occasions.
Scoring
The score for the MFT is the number of exercise levels achieved before the participant is unable to keep up with the recording.
Target Population
The MFT is specifically designed to test the aerobic fitness of wheelchair users.
Advantages
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The MFT offers several advantages over alternative laboratory fitness tests for wheelchair users. It is more cost-effective and easier to administer.
Disadvantages
However, like the running beep test, the score attained in the MFT can be influenced by practice and motivation levels. Additionally, wheelchair skill and technique may also affect the level achieved.
Comments
- Participants are allowed to use their own personal wheelchairs and can choose the direction of rotation for the test.
- It is possible to simultaneously test four participants if they choose the same rotation direction.
- The beep test recording for the MFT uses different timings than the standard beep test.
For more information about the Multistage Field Test for wheelchair users, refer to the study by Vanderthommen et al. (2002).
Similar Tests
- 12-minute Wheelchair Aerobic Test
- 10m Wheelchair Shuttle Test for individuals with cerebral palsy (CP)
- 20m Beep Shuttle Run Test
Related Pages
- Tests for the Disabled
- The Complete Guide to the Beep Test (including links to more information)
- Video of a Wheelchair VO2max Test
- Tests for Special Populations
- Team BeepTest Software (to perform the beep test on your computer)
- About Sports for the Disabled
FAQs
Q: How is the Multistage Field Test different from the standard beep test?
The Multistage Field Test is a modified version of the beep test specifically designed for wheelchair users. The main difference is the use of different speeds and the octagonal course marked out using cones.
Q: Can participants use their own wheelchairs during the Multistage Field Test?
Yes, participants are allowed to use their own personal wheelchairs during the test.
Q: How many participants can be tested simultaneously in the Multistage Field Test?
Up to four participants can be tested simultaneously if they choose the same direction of rotation for the test.
Q: What are the advantages of the Multistage Field Test?
The Multistage Field Test is more cost-effective and easier to administer compared to alternative laboratory fitness tests for wheelchair users.
Q: What are the disadvantages of the Multistage Field Test?
The score attained in the Multistage Field Test can be influenced by practice and motivation levels. Additionally, wheelchair skill and technique may also affect the level achieved.
Summary
The Multistage Field Test (MFT) is an aerobic fitness test designed specifically for wheelchair users. It involves pushing the wheelchair around an octagonal course marked out using cones, with different speeds used compared to the standard beep test. The MFT is an effective and cost-efficient way to evaluate the physical fitness of wheelchair users and predict their peak oxygen consumption. The test can be conducted using basic equipment such as cones and a flat hard surface, and participants are allowed to use their own wheelchairs. While the MFT offers advantages such as cost-effectiveness and ease of administration, it also has limitations related to practice, motivation, and wheelchair technique.
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