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Multi-Directional Reach Test, Multidirectional Reach Test, Multi Directional Reach Test (MDRT), Reach in Four Directions Test (RFDT)

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,

Lois Douthitt

Jun 3, 2020/Author

Lois Douthitt is senior director of member communications at APTA, where she contributes to the strategic development and implementation of the association’s overall communications and publications. Before joining APTA in 2000, she was director of publications at the American Gas Association. She is

As APTA's Financial Solutions Center Marks 1 Year, Student Debt Looms Large in the News

Apr 10, 2018/News

The challenges associated with college costs, student debt, and postgraduation financial management continue to make headlines, with very little progress being made in identifying ways to curb what seems to be a growing—and worsening—issue.

Designing for the Future: It's Time to Pay Attention to Reshaping Current Structures

Mar 1, 2020/Feature

From converting an old clothing store to building a new medical facility, physical therapy is reshaping itself to meet the needs of current and future patients and clients.

FSBPT to Host Webinar on NPTE Amid COVID-19

May 11, 2020/News

Testing center closures are preventing administration of the National Physical Therapy Examination.

Swirl of Emotions

Oct 1, 2018/Column

Surviving a tornado reinforced a PT's career path.

New TRICARE Rule Allows for Telephone-Delivered Services, Drops Copays

May 11, 2020/Review

An interim rule that allows for the use of audio-only remote services for office visit.

Putting Data to Work

Mar 1, 2015/Feature

Paying careful attention to practice-related numbers can improve outcomes, reduce costs, and ultimately transform the profession.

Don't Stop Believin': Multistate Licensure Compact Set to Begin in 2018

Apr 26, 2017/News

Washington signed on to the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, bringing the number of participating states to 10, the magic number of states needed to officially establish the system.

Faster Therapy Start Decreases Risk for Future Opioid Use in Knee OA Patients

Aug 7, 2023/Review

Researchers found delayed treatment increased risks that ranged from 25% to 150% depending on timing of the first visit.