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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 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.
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.
Feb 1, 2015/Column
When housekeeping reveals more than just dirt.
In advance of the event, APTA will send information through social media and email to educate you about PTPAC. We'll host a virtual Flash Action Strategy kickoff event the evening of Sept. 24. On Sept. 25 and 26, students and schools will provide an easy way for students to participate in PTPAC and support
Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Telehealth is a well‐defined and established method of health services delivery.
Dec 29, 2022/Policies & Bylaws
Board Policy: The Investment Policy Statement provides direction to the Finance and Audit Committee regarding day-to-day management of APTA's investments.
Rather than close down opportunities for growth during a pandemic, we opened up even more.
Feb 1, 2022/Column
View letters to the editor, online comments from readers, and answers to timely questions that APTA poses for member response.
Oct 1, 2025/Feature
PTs and PTAs are showing that care gets stronger — and outcomes improve — when providers work side by side.