Guillain-Barré Syndrome
May 22, 2017/Clinical Summary
Patients receive medical and pharmacological treatment as the primary intervention, and physical rehabilitation to address musculoskeletal weakness and neurologic dysfunction.
QuickDASH
May 25, 2017/Test & Measure
This is a measure of disability and symptoms in patients with musculoskeletal disorders that is region specific to the upper limb.
Spina Bifida: Myelomeningocele
May 25, 2017/Clinical Summary
PTs can help children and adults with spina bifida gain and maintain mobility and function at their best throughout all stages of life.
Dementia
May 29, 2017/Clinical Summary
PTs work with patients with dementia to address mobility and strength limitations, minimize fall risk factors, and enhance the patient’s quality of life.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Feb 6, 2024/Clinical Summary
PTs play a vital role as part of a multidisciplinary team to care for persons with ALS across the spectrum of the condition.
Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS)
Jun 14, 2017/Test & Measure
Assesses the extent of catastrophic thinking due to low back pain according to three components: rumination, magnification, and helplessness.