Advanced scores · Sports Knee

Marx Activity Rating Scale (Marx)

Brief activity scale focusing on high-demand knee activities. Complements functional scores by quantifying activity level.

  • 4 questions
  • 1-2 min
  • Score 0 to 16, higher is better
  • Well Validated
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About the Marx

Who it is for

Athletes and active individuals where high-demand activities are relevant. Documents activity exposure.

What it measures

Frequency of participation in four high-demand activities: running, cutting, decelerating, and pivoting. Each rated from 0 (never) to 4 (4+ times/week).

Sections

  • Running
  • Cutting
  • Deceleration
  • Pivoting

Reading your score

Sum of 4 items (0-4 each). Higher = more frequent high-demand activity.

Important. These questionnaires are provided for education and self-tracking. A score is not a diagnosis and does not replace advice from a doctor or physiotherapist. Seek urgent care for a knee that is hot, red and swollen, follows a significant injury, or will not bear weight.