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Aug 24, 2017/Clinical Summary
Provides background on the various mechanisms, classification, and physical therapy management of individuals with TBI, including those in the military.
Jun 10, 2019/Test & Measure
FGA is a modification of the Dynamic Gait Index and was created to help decrease the ceiling effect and improve reliability.
Feb 23, 2022/Test & Measure
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
Sep 8, 2020/Test & Measure
Pain pressure threshold (PPT) is used to measure deep muscular tissue sensitivity.
Jun 17, 2022/Test & Measure
Oct 7, 2014/Test & Measure
Generic, patient-reported measure designed to assess health-related quality of life.
Oct 29, 2014/Test & Measure
A longer time to complete the test indicates an increased fall risk.
Dec 1, 2014/Test & Measure
This is a 32-item questionnaire used to assess the physical, occupational, emotional, and social qualities of adults aged 17 to 70 years with asthma.