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Response to Stress Questionnaire (RSQ)

Apr 29, 2022/Test & Measure

The Response to Stress Questionnaire measures stressor or domain-specific coping and involuntary responses to stress.

Down Syndrome (DS)

Dec 29, 2013/Clinical Summary

PTs improve quality of life for people with DS by helping them increase their motor skills, muscle strength, and joint stability; incorporate healthy lifestyle habits; enhance participation in life activities; and prevent complications of DS.

Study: Teleconference Approach Fares Well in PT Treatment for Chronic LBP

Jun 10, 2022/Review

A program provided entirely via real-time video achieved outcomes comparable to in-person treatment, researchers say.

APTA's Medicaid Advocacy Is (Mostly) a Mind of State

May 16, 2022/Perspective

Advocacy for Medicaid is different than Medicare advocacy. Here are a few things to keep in mind.

Grit From the Gridiron

Nov 1, 2020/Column

Physical therapy can help heal emotional wounds, too.

Taking the Plunge

Mar 1, 2022/Column

A PT recalls overcoming her own obstacles to become a board-certified orthopaedic clinical specialist and help others reach their goals.

Proposed FY '24 SNF and IRF Rules: Payment Increases and Few Surprises

Apr 12, 2023/Review

Each facility type could see a 3.7% payment increase, with CMS holding off on implementing several potentially problematic ideas.

Quality Payment Program: What Physical Therapists Need to Know in 2026

Dec 22, 2025/Article

In this review: If you see Medicare patients, changes to the Quality Payment Program in 2026 may have an impact on your practice. Review APTA's resources on the QPP to figure out if you are an eligible provider or practice. If you already participate in QPP, read more to find out what changes are coming

10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) for Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)

May 21, 2013/Test & Measure

10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) for Spinal Cord Injury

Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC)

Jun 28, 2017/Test & Measure

The WOMAC is a disease-specific tool used for people with hip or knee OA to measure physical function, pain, and stiffness in the past 48 hours.