A VAS is a way of measuring by asking a person to put a mark on a line, for example a 100 mm. VAS, without scale indication. Only the endpoints are given, for example: no pain at all and extreme pain. In this way you can measure different criteria, like morning stiffness, fatigue or general well being. A VAS can be made by the consultant as well as by the patient.
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