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Apr 1, 2025/Column
Corry Brinken, PT, DPT, interviews Bob Rowe, PT, DPT, DMT, MHS, former president of APTA Orthopaedic.
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.
Dec 20, 2015/Test & Measure
Evaluates the integrity of blood supply to the brain.
Aug 8, 2017/Clinical Summary
PTs and PTAs are frequently involved in the care of patients at risk for, or with, coronary artery disease.
Jan 19, 2014/Clinical Summary
PTs help people with DBMD improve their quality of life.
Aug 7, 2017/Test & Measure
Estimates an individual’s 10-year probability of incurring a hip or other major osteoporotic fracture.
Mar 1, 2025/Column
Brett Traeger, PT, DPT, interviews Mike Reinold, PT, DPT, ATC, president of American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy.
Oct 21, 2014/Test & Measure
Used to assess spasticity.
Jan 9, 2015/Test & Measure
Primarily used for ages 60 and above.
May 22, 2017/Test & Measure
Assesses delirium among patients in the intensive care unit.
