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Aug 21, 2017/Test & Measure
This clinical prediction rule contains five criteria for identifying adult patients with low back pain of varying levels of severity who improve with spinal manipulation.
Jun 10, 2019/Test & Measure
FGA is a modification of the Dynamic Gait Index and was created to help decrease the ceiling effect and improve reliability.
Sep 21, 2021/Test & Measure
The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) contains 3 components: Balance test, Gait Speed test, and Chair Stand test. These components are useful for a physical therapist (PT) to evaluate the functional mobility of an older adult’s lower extremities.
May 16, 2024/Test & Measure
Mar 8, 2015/Test & Measure
Joint position error includes input from not only joint receptors but also muscles, tendons, capsules, and skin.
Aug 29, 2017/Test & Measure
A 28-item self-reported measure related to health-related quality-of-life (HRQL) in patients with dementia.
Aug 1, 2022/Column
How to Draft Effective Regulatory Comments to Support Physical Therapy
May 17, 2023/Roundup
The pandemic's effect on the physical therapy profession, the post-PHE provider landscape, exercise effects on lingering symptoms, and more.
Jan 29, 2017/Clinical Summary
PTs play an active role in the rehabilitation and habilitation of children with SCI.
May 29, 2017/Clinical Summary
PTs work with patients with dementia to address mobility and strength limitations, minimize fall risk factors, and enhance the patient’s quality of life.
