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APTA Guide to Physical Therapist Practice

Feb 9, 2023/Website

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The Groningen Meander Walking Test: A Dynamic Walking Test for Older Adults With Dementia

Jan 31, 2014/Research Reports

Background

Current dynamic walking tests, used in studies with

Physical Fitness Training After Stroke

Dec 31, 2013/LEAP: Linking Evidence And Practice

Predictors of Short-Term Outcome to Exercise and Manual Therapy for People With Hip Osteoarthritis

Dec 31, 2013/Research Reports

Background

Physical therapy for hip osteoarthritis (OA) has

Exposure to Therapy of Older Patients With Trauma and Factors That Influence Provision of Therapy

Dec 31, 2013/Research Reports

Background

Rehabilitation as soon as possible after trauma decreases

Locomotor Requirements for Bipedal Locomotion: A Delphi Survey

Dec 31, 2013/Research Reports

Background

Bipedal locomotor control requirements may be useful

Alterations in Respiratory and Limb Muscle Strength and Size in Patients With Sepsis Who Are Mechanically Ventilated

Dec 31, 2013/Research Reports

Background

Skeletal muscle wasting and weakness are common in

Effectiveness of Trigger Point Dry Needling for Plantar Heel Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Jul 31, 2014/Research Reports

Background

Plantar heel pain can be managed with dry needling

Consensus on a Multidisciplinary Treatment Guideline for de Quervain Disease: Results From the European HANDGUIDE Study

Jul 31, 2014/Research Reports

Background

De Quervain disease is a common pathology resulting