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X-Step Stair climb test (SCT) (X is number of steps traversed)

Aug 16, 2017/Test & Measure

Measures how long it takes for a person to ascend and descend a flight of stairs.

School-Based Physical Therapy

Physical therapy in a school setting promotes participation.

Researcher Spotlight

Apr 1, 2024/Column

Beth Smith, PT, DPT, PhD, uses sensors to study infant movement patterns, which can help inform early interventions.

Podcasts

APTA's podcasts provide information for your ears, perfect for when you're exercising or commuting.

Resources for PTAs

APTA has resources and information to support PTAs.

Functional Independence Measure (FIM)

Oct 7, 2014/Test & Measure

Measures the level of a patient's disability and indicates how much assistance is required for the individual to carry out activities of daily living.

Viewpoints

Apr 1, 2020/Magazine

APTA welcomes your opinions. We will consider letters, email, and social media posts that relate to specific articles in the magazine and those of general interest to the physical therapy profession.

APTA-Backed Legislation on Falls Screening Returns to Congress

Feb 10, 2025/News

The bipartisan House bill would explicitly refer to PT falls-related services in Medicare's "welcome" visit and annual wellness checks.

Lumbar Active Range of Motion

Aug 30, 2017/Test & Measure

Measures amount of active lumbar flexion, extension, and lateral flexion motion measured using an inclinometer.

British Columbia Postconcussion Symptom Inventory (BC-PSI)

Jun 5, 2017/Test & Measure

This is a 16-item questionnaire, which includes 13 postconcussive syndrome symptoms (PCS) and 3 daily life problems.