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May 2, 2024/Clinical Summary
PTs evaluate and commonly provide treatment for patients with PFP, managing pain and restoring patellofemoral function.
Aug 14, 2017/Test & Measure
A behavioral pain assessment scale used for nonverbal or preverbal patients who are unable to self-report their level of pain.
Jun 6, 2019/Test & Measure
Measures depression and suicidal ideation in elderly people.
Nov 1, 2021/Test & Measure
The 2-Minute Step Test (2MST) is used to assess aerobic endurance and functional fitness originally
Dec 29, 2022/Test & Measure
Jul 3, 2016/Clinical Summary
PTs have a role in screening, examining, and providing intervention with this patient population in order to help minimize deleterious effects of bedrest and optimize movement.
Sep 21, 2021/Test & Measure
The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) contains 3 components: Balance test, Gait Speed test, and Chair Stand test. These components are useful for a physical therapist (PT) to evaluate the functional mobility of an older adult’s lower extremities.
Feb 21, 2020/Test & Measure
May 1, 2020/Test & Measure
Jul 17, 2024/Test & Measure
SEBT is a reliable, responsive, and clinically relevant tool often used in the return to sport phase of rehabilitation. It is a simple yet challenging test to perform, and it can be time-consuming.