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Jun 18, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures mobility, particularly in frail elderly people.
Nov 9, 2020/Review
A new systematic review finds plenty of strong evidence but sees a "disconnect" when it comes to referrals.
Oct 8, 2020/Review
Researchers found that physical therapy started within three days of an initial PCP visit improved multiple outcomes.
Jun 28, 2017/Test & Measure
Used during systems review to identify cognitive impairment in various patient populations.
Dec 16, 2021/Test & Measure
The Multi-Directional Reach Test (MDRT) measures balance and the limits of stability in the anterior-posterior and medial-lateral directions by testing how far an individual can voluntarily reach forward, to the right, to the left, and lean backward, while standing with their feet flat on the ground,
Jun 7, 2017/Test & Measure
Assesses for latent spontaneous vestibular nystagmus through rapid, passive, head shaking around a vertical axis for the detection of vestibulopathies in dizzy patients.
Nov 30, 2017/Test & Measure
This can be used on anyone with suspected Achilles tendinopathy.
Jul 1, 2025/Column
Annabelle Hu, SPT, interviews Stephanie Woelfel, PT, DPT, president of APTA Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology & Wound Management.
Jun 7, 2020/Test & Measure
Jan 26, 2021/Resource
Any provider receiving federal funds, such as Medicare, can’t legally require patients with limited English proficiency to use a family member or friend as an interpreter.