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Oct 1, 2019/Test & Measure
The Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT) measures fingertip dexterity and gross movement coordination of the fingers, hands, and arms. It was first introduced by Joseph Tiffin in 1948 as a functional assessment screen for hand dexterity in applicants for assembly-line work.
More needs to be done to care for the physical therapy workforce.
Oct 8, 2021/Resource
This series of questions and checklists can help you prepare for direct-to-employer services.
Jun 13, 2023/Article
In companion articles, authors explore the drivers of PiP and offer a model for its use with patients experiencing chronic pain.
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.
Jan 29, 2021/Perspective
PTs are facing Medicare payment cuts. But what does that really mean?
Apr 28, 2023/CPG
This guideline was created by an American Physical Therapy Association volunteer guideline development group and covers clinical information and accepted approaches for physical therapist management of glenohumeral joint osteoarthritis.
Feb 1, 2020/Column
When patient confidentiality and broader need are in conflict.
Jan 19, 2021/News
What's one of the best ways to honor 100 years of APTA history? Talk about how bright the future looks because of it.
Mar 1, 2023/Open Access
Access information and guidelines on COVID-19 based on national and international recommendations and guidelines.