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Apr 1, 2025/CPG
This clinical practice guideline from APTA Geriatrics provides recommendations for the management of fall risk in community-dwelling adults aged 65 and over. It includes an algorithm to facilitate clinical reasoning (see Figure 1). This CPG replaces the 2015 clinical guidance statement.
Oct 2, 2014/Test & Measure
Used to assess functional ability to complete specific activities.
Jun 2, 2014/Test & Measure
Assesses an individual's ability to modify balance while walking in the presence of external demands
Jun 16, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures static and dynamic balance under varying sensory conditions; designed to measure balance in higher-functioning active older adults.
Sep 11, 2023/Test & Measure
Used to stage Parkinson disease by level of severity related to impairments, especially postural instability, and activity limitations.
Jan 10, 2013/Test & Measure
Used to evaluate symptoms of Achilles tendinopathy and their effect on physical activity; can be used to determine clinical severity and provide a guideline for treatment and for monitoring the effect of treatment.
Aug 30, 2017/Test & Measure
Measures the posterior-to-anterior mobility of the spinal segment with/without pain provocation.
Measures amount of active lumbar flexion, extension, and lateral flexion motion measured using an inclinometer.
May 26, 2022/News
A new advisory underscores the need for all stakeholders to do their part, and echoes elements of APTA's Fit for Practice initiative.
Mar 24, 2021/Roundup
Vaccine practice advisory, outcomes for MS patients, long COVID-19 news, and more.
