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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.
Apr 13, 2021/Review
CMS says the PDPM is 5% more costly than the previous payment system, and warns SNFs to not let finances "override" clinical judgment.
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.
Oct 1, 2025/Success Story
Examining hold status uncovered planning gaps, leading to better communication and outcomes for one organization.
Jun 19, 2023/Article
Emmanuel John showed the societal cost of a nondiverse physical therapy profession and urged a new approach to making progress.
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.
Apr 12, 2023/Review
Each facility type could see a 3.7% payment increase, with CMS holding off on implementing several potentially problematic ideas.
Aug 1, 2017/Column
Ethics In Practice: Joint Decision
Jun 27, 2017/Clinical Summary
This clinical summary provides the clinician with information to care for individuals with UVH across the Patient-Client Management model.
Nov 1, 2019/Column
Challenges needn't be challenging. It's all in the approach.