Summary

The NAIL-Q’s multifaceted approach allows for a holistic assessment, enabling healthcare providers and researchers to gain a thorough understanding of the impact of nail conditions and tailor interventions accordingly.

NAIL-Q is a patient-reported outcome (PRO) instrument designed by Dr Anne Klassen for patients with any type of nail condition (fingernails and toenails). NAIL-Q is a self-report tool that should be answered independently by patients themselves, without interpretation by the parent(s) or healthcare provider. NAIL-Q has a set of 7 scales that measure the following concepts: Nail Appearance, Nail Distress Nail Symptoms, Physical: Fingernails, Physical: Toenails, Strength: Fingernails, and Outcome.

Advantages

• Comprehensive measurement allows for a thorough evaluation of various aspects of nail.
• The tool is deigned to assess patients with any type of nail condition, whether affecting fingernails or toenails.
• Patient-Centered Assessment & self reported nature.
• Nail-Q are clinically relevant, addressing not only the aesthetic aspects of nail appearance but also emotional distress, symptoms, physical well-being, and strength.
• Use in hardcopy and electronic.
• Licensed to individuals and to organizations.