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Professional Pulse

May 1, 2019/Magazine

We've compiled highlights of stories published by PT in Motion News for a recap of reports on the physical therapy profession.

Epic Lift Capacity Test (ELC)

Jun 16, 2022/Test & Measure

The EPIC Lift Capacity test (ELC) is used to evaluate lifting capacity through different vertical ranges necessary to carry out the occupational demands required for lifting on an occasional or frequent basis.

Chelsea Critical Care Physical Assessment Tool (CPAx)

Dec 29, 2022/Test & Measure

Clinical Prediction Rule (CPR) for Identifying Patients with Low Back Pain Who Improve with Spinal Manipulation

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.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Feb 6, 2024/Clinical Summary

PTs play a vital role as part of a multidisciplinary team to care for persons with ALS across the spectrum of the condition.

Cervical Arterial Dysfunction (CAD) Assessment (Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency (VBI) Test, Vertebral Artery Test (VAT), Neck Extension-Rotation Test)

Dec 20, 2015/Test & Measure

Evaluates the integrity of blood supply to the brain.

Brachial Plexus

Aug 5, 2020/Clinical Summary

The brachial plexus is a vital network of nerves originating from the ventral rami of C5 through spinal nerve T1 transmitting signals for the entire upper extremity to supply both motor and sensory input.

I Can Make Someone's Day

May 1, 2022/Column

I have found that the hardest pill to swallow is that I am incapable of fixing all of my patients' problems.

10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) for Dementia, Alzheimer Disease, or Cognitive Impairment (Gait Speed)

Feb 1, 2015/Test & Measure

Measures self-selected or comfortable gait speed (m/s) over a short distance.

Volunteering to Help Advance the Profession: APTA Members Rock

Apr 11, 2022/Perspective

Engaged members are the heart of APTA. In recognition of National Volunteer Month, we thank our member volunteers for their service.