Comparison of Disability Standards Based on ICF / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

Objective To analyze and compare 3 Chinese standards of disability. Methods Based on the framework and terminology of International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF), the structure and content of 3 standards of disability, i.e., Standard for Identify Work Ability- Gradation of Disability Caused by Work-related injuries and Occupational Diseases (GB/T 16180—2006), As-sessment for Body Impairment of the Injured in Road Traffic Accidents (GB 18667—2002) and Life Insurance Disability Insurance were re-viewed. Results All the standards primarily involved body structure, partly bodily functions, little activity and participation without specific assessment, but no environmental factors. Conclusion The framework and terminology of ICF can be used in the standardization of disabili-ty standards.