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Multi-Directional Reach Test, Multidirectional Reach Test, Multi Directional Reach Test (MDRT), Reach in Four Directions Test (RFDT)

Dec 16, 2021/Test & Measure

The Multi-Directional Reach Test (MDRT) measures balance and the limits of stability in the anterior-posterior and medial-lateral directions by testing how far an individual can voluntarily reach forward, to the right, to the left, and lean backward, while standing with their feet flat on the ground,

Productivity: The Multiple Components of Work Value in Physical Therapy

Productivity standards can be a useful way to improve both the ways care is provided and the work experience of providers.

Study Finds Disparities in White, Black Use of PT Services

Nov 8, 2022/Review

A review of electronic health records also found white patients received services for musculoskeletal pain faster than Black patients.

Study: Cardiac Rehab Improves Endurance in Stroke Survivors

Feb 1, 2021/Review

Researchers say their findings back the idea that stroke should be included in the diagnoses covered by CR.

Defining Moment: Throwing in With Physical Therapy

Oct 1, 2022/Column

While softball may have led a PT to her physical therapy career, physical therapy led her to a welcome softball side effect.

Researcher Spotlight

Feb 1, 2024/Column

Bernadette Gillick, PT, MSPT, PhD, explores a novel approach to understanding infant brain injury.

Untenable Intervention

May 1, 2018/Column

What is a PT to do when the solution is a problem?

Direct Access in Practice

Direct access to PT services is a reality across America, but not without challenges.

Workers' Comp Research Group Sees Advantages in Early Manual Therapy for LBP

Oct 5, 2021/Review

A study of 2 million claims found that, if indicated, early manual therapy is associated with lower costs and reduced days of disability.

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