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Patient-Driven Groupings Model: An Opportunity for Physical Therapists (part 1)

Nov 15, 2019/Perspective

It's time to move forward. We can't change the past, but we can learn from it.

7 Conversations to Have With Your Legislators While They're Back Home in August

Aug 1, 2022/Roundup

District offices, town halls, maybe a visit to your clinic? Here are some topics worth mentioning.

A Pertinent Principle

Nov 1, 2018/Column

Here's why it's wise to play the percentages.

Are CPGs Changing Practice?

Mar 1, 2024/Feature

CPGs are meant to optimize patient care by providing PTs and PTAs with recommended care options — as long as clinicians follow them.

Study: Physical Therapy May Be Underused Among Patients With OA

Dec 1, 2017/News

Patients with OA may be underusing nonsurgical therapies such as physical therapy, say authors of a recent study published in Arthritis Care & Research. The use of physical therapy, a guideline-recommended first-line treatment, is “a key area for improvement,” researchers write.

10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

May 21, 2013/Test & Measure

Assesses walking speed in meters per second (m/s) over a short duration.

6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) for Older Adults

Jun 28, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures aerobic fitness; functional mobility.

Balance Error Scoring System (BESS)

Jun 26, 2016/Test & Measure

The BESS test was developed as an outcome measure of postural stability. It is often used in the population of athletes with concussion or mild traumatic brain injury.

Eugene Michels New Investigator Award

Awards

This award recognizes PTs who have engaged in independent or collaborative research efforts within 10 years of completing their most recent physical therapist professional degree, post-professional doctoral degree (other than a transition DPT degree), or post-professional doctoral fellowship.

Coronavirus Update: April 14, 2020

Apr 14, 2020/News

Home health guidance, relief funds for providers and students, CDC recommendations on essential workers who may have been exposed, and more.