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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.
Oct 1, 2025/Success Story
Examining hold status uncovered planning gaps, leading to better communication and outcomes for one organization.
Mar 4, 2025/News
Original survey data from APTA provides unique input to the forecast’s findings.
Jun 19, 2023/Article
Emmanuel John showed the societal cost of a nondiverse physical therapy profession and urged a new approach to making progress.
May 31, 2017/Test & Measure
Measures amount of rotation in the upper cervical spine.
Jun 26, 2024/Clinical Summary
PTs may perform an evaluation to develop an individualized treatment plan that addresses the patient's pain and activity limitations.
Dec 2, 2017/Test & Measure
This is a self-report questionnaire that measures severity of shortness of breath/dyspnea during various activities of daily living (ADLs) in patients with various forms of lung pathology.
Aug 22, 2017/Test & Measure
A quick screening tool to detect the early onset of dementia as well as the severity of the condition.
Jun 8, 2017/Clinical Summary
PTs help children with ASD manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
Jun 10, 2021/Perspective
This PT encourages others in the profession to expand the bounds of what PTs can be.
