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Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Physical Function (PF), PROMIS PF

May 16, 2019/Test & Measure

PROMIS PF is used as an outcome in research on the effectiveness of interventions.

American College of Rheumatology/Arthritis Foundation 2019 Guideline for the Treatment of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Therapeutic Approaches for Non‐Systemic Polyarthritis, Sacroiliitis, Enthesitis

Jun 1, 2019/CPG

This guideline summarizes treatment recommendations for children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis manifesting as non‐systemic polyarthritis, sacroiliitis, or enthesitis.

Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)

Jun 6, 2019/Test & Measure

Measures depression and suicidal ideation in elderly people.

Guidelines for the Management of Patients With Positional Plagiocephaly: 4. The Role of Physical Therapy

Nov 1, 2016/CPG

This guideline provides a summary of the effectiveness of physical therapist-based treatment recommendations for patients with positional plagiocephaly.

The COPD-X Plan: Australian and New Zealand Guidelines for the Management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 2022, Version 2.68

Oct 1, 2022/CPG

The COPDX Plan: Australian and New Zealand Guidelines for the Management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 2019 (Vers. 2.59)

VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Rehabilitation of Individuals With Lower Limb Amputation, V. 3.0

Dec 1, 2024/CPG

Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Rehabilitation of Lower Limb Amputation: An Update From the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense

Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT)

Oct 1, 2019/Test & Measure

The Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT) measures fingertip dexterity and gross movement coordination of the fingers, hands, and arms. It was first introduced by Joseph Tiffin in 1948 as a functional assessment screen for hand dexterity in applicants for assembly-line work.

OARSI Guidelines for the Non-surgical Management of Knee, Hip, and Polyarticular Osteoarthritis

Nov 1, 2019/CPG

These guidelines offer comprehensive and patient-centered treatment profiles for individuals with knee, hip, and polyarticular OA.

American College of Rheumatology/Arthritis Foundation 2019 Guideline for the Management of Osteoarthritis of the Hand, Hip, and Knee

Feb 1, 2020/CPG

Directions for clinicians and patients making treatment decisions for the management of OA.

Tips for Adopting Direct Access in Your Practice

May 3, 2020/Article

Achieving direct access has been a major initiative for APTA and its chapters. While it has been achieved in some form across the country, APTA continues to advocate for unrestricted direct access everywhere. Physical therapists should take advantage of the opportunities provided by direct access.