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Oct 1, 2019/Test & Measure
The Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT) measures fingertip dexterity and gross movement coordination of the fingers, hands, and arms. It was first introduced by Joseph Tiffin in 1948 as a functional assessment screen for hand dexterity in applicants for assembly-line work.
Jun 15, 2021/Perspective
The lead author of two recent PTJ articles on the PT's role in nutrition says the profession can make a difference.
Jun 16, 2022/Test & Measure
The Optimal Screening for Prediction of Referral and Outcome-Yellow Flag (OSPRO-YF) is an assessment tool designed to help orthopedic physical therapy clinicians screen patients and clients for psychosocial distress.
Aug 16, 2017/Test & Measure
A revised version of the ADRQL was developed based on analyses of the psychometric properties of the original ADRQL and consists of 40 items addressing the same domains.
Aug 29, 2023/CPG
This updated guideline provides an evidenced-based and patient-centered approach to management of patients with chronic coronary disease.
An annual visit allows physical therapists to determine health status and identify health risks of individuals in their community.
May 15, 2023/News
APTA and other organizations continue to push for clarification in a range of other facility settings.
Nov 15, 2022/News
APTA, AOTA, and ASHA successfully made the case for codes that can be applied to caregiver education for patients with functional deficits.
Apr 10, 2024/News
An expansive member benefit that helps PTs and PTAs understand and participate in Medicaid (and advocate for change) now includes 2024 data.
Jan 1, 2019/CPG
This website helps health care professionals manage children and adolescents with concussion or prolonged postconcussion symptoms.
