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Human movement is a complex behavior within a specific context.
The movement system is the integration of body systems that generate and maintain movement at all levels of bodily function. Human movement is a complex behavior within a specific context, and is influenced by social, environmental, and personal factors.
Interested parties are pursuing the development of movement system diagnoses. Some examples from PTJ are:
- Movement System Diagnoses for Balance Dysfunction: Recommendations From the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy's Movement System Task Force
- Use of Movement System Diagnoses in the Management of Patients With Neuromuscular Conditions: A Multiple-Patient Case Report
- The Case for Developing a Movement System Framework for Older Adults
Recommended Content
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The following is a timeline outlining the work of various member groups to move the movement system concept forward.
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The movement screen is a tool designed to detect movement impairments observed during functional tasks and activities that will help you decide which additional tests and measures to include in the patient and client examination.
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APTA Board of Directors adopted a set of criteria to be used by any stakeholder groups developing diagnostic systems/labels as it applies to movement system diagnosis.
Policies & Bylaws
House position: Outlines management of the movement system.
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