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Veterans RAND 12 Item Health Survey (VR-12)

May 16, 2019/Test & Measure

The questionnaire is comprised of 12 items that relate to eight physical and mental health domains.

Study: Spinal Manipulation for LBP Optimized Via Multifidus Activating Exercises

Jan 8, 2021/Review

The study examines SMT as part of a multi-component treatment protocol — a better reflection of clinical practice, authors say.

Ashworth Scale (AS) and Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS)

Oct 21, 2014/Test & Measure

Used to assess spasticity.

APTA and You

APTA supports more than 100,000 member PTs, PTAs, and students.

Takeaways From the Proposed 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, Part 1

Jul 16, 2024/News

Cuts continue, but APTA's advocacy helped spark positive movement related to PTA supervision, prior authorization, and more.

Dementia Quality of Life Instrument (DEMQOL), and DEMQOL-Proxy

Aug 29, 2017/Test & Measure

A 28-item self-reported measure related to health-related quality-of-life (HRQL) in patients with dementia.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for the Physical Therapy Profession

APTA is curating critical advice from trusted sources such as the CDC and CMS in addition to developing resources to support you during the pandemic.

Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514 / S. 1816)

Aug 19, 2025/Position Paper

The American Physical Therapy Association strongly urges Congress to pass the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514 / S. 1816). This legislation would reduce health care providers’ administrative burden by addressing unnecessary preauthorization requirements, ultimately increasing efficiencies

Ankle Plantar Flexion Endurance Test

Jan 10, 2013/Test & Measure

Assesses plantar flexion endurance in weight bearing.

Falls Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT)

Oct 1, 2014/Test & Measure

This is a popular, moderately predictive, reliable and brief method of screening fall risk in subacute and residential aged care.