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Individuals with LEP can include those with sensory impairments, who are Deaf or hard of hearing and communicate using ASL, have speech impairments, or who are blind or have visual impairments.
The movement system is the integration of body systems that generate and maintain movement at all levels of bodily function.
Screening empowers physical therapists to provide proactive, patient-centered care.
Physical therapy can make a difference—not just in recovery, but in falls prevention.
Apr 1, 2020/Open Access
PTs and PTAs have an ethical responsibility to act in cases of suspected abuse of a family member, obligations clearly spelled out in the Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist (4D) and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant (4D). NOTE: If you have an immediate question
Jan 16, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures axial motion (neck, trunk, spine); assesses functional use of available spinal motion, combined with visual ability.
Mar 14, 2013/Test & Measure
For patients with Parkinson disease (PD)
Measures maximum distance an individual can reach forward while standing in a fixed position; used to assess stability.
Jun 15, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures disorders of the upper limbs; change or function over time.
Oct 22, 2014/Test & Measure
Single-Leg Stance
