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Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) and Family Confusion Assessment Method (FAM-CAM)

Nov 30, 2017/Test & Measure

Used for patients with suspected delirium.

Spinal Cord Independence Measure (SCIM, SCIM II, SCIM III)

May 29, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures activities of daily living, coordination, eating, functional mobility, and incontinence in people with spinal cord injury.

COVID Stimulus Package Includes Payment Increase, Opens Possibility of Increased Telehealth, More

Mar 27, 2020/News

The $2 trillion stimulus package passed by Congress and signed into law by President Trump is comprehensive in its scope.

President's Budget Proposes Cuts to Public Health Programs, Health Research, Medicare, and Medicaid

Mar 19, 2019/News

Although characterized by supporters as an approach that "embodies fiscal responsibility," the 2020 federal budget proposal from the Trump administration is facing criticism that the $4.1 trillion plan cuts too deeply into health care and education. Many of the proposed changes run counter to current

Ottawa Ankle Rules (OAR)

May 24, 2017/Test & Measure

A positive test warrants a radiograph and a negative test suggests the physical therapist can treat the patient without a radiograph.

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Aug 8, 2017/Clinical Summary

PTs and PTAs are frequently involved in the care of patients at risk for, or with, coronary artery disease.

Compliance Issues in Cash Practice

May 24, 2020/Article

Regardless of the relationship a physical therapist chooses to have with payers, it is essential to practice in compliance with all laws and regulations.

Physical Therapy Licensure Compact

Aug 1, 2019/Article

The compact creates a way for PTs and PTAs to practice or work in multiple states.

Apportionment Surprises From the 2020 Census: There was some seat-switching among the states, but not all projections came about.

Apr 29, 2021/Perspective

Did reality match up to predictions about gains and losses in congressional districts?

Coronavirus Update: March 28

Mar 28, 2022/Roundup

COVID relief money recoupment, telehealth, BA.2 variant, a COVID-19/diabetes relationship, and more.