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Brachial Plexus

Aug 5, 2020/Clinical Summary

The brachial plexus is a vital network of nerves originating from the ventral rami of C5 through spinal nerve T1 transmitting signals for the entire upper extremity to supply both motor and sensory input.

Physical Therapy to the Rescue

Mar 1, 2019/Column

A veteran finds that his rallying motto still resonates.

Veterans RAND 12 Item Health Survey (VR-12)

May 16, 2019/Test & Measure

The questionnaire is comprised of 12 items that relate to eight physical and mental health domains.

Getting Back on Track (and Field) After Pregnancy

Jul 1, 2016/Column

Giving birth begat a new career.

I Can Make Someone's Day

May 1, 2022/Column

I have found that the hardest pill to swallow is that I am incapable of fixing all of my patients' problems.

Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)

Sep 21, 2021/Test & Measure

The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) contains 3 components: Balance test, Gait Speed test, and Chair Stand test. These components are useful for a physical therapist (PT) to evaluate the functional mobility of an older adult’s lower extremities.

Defining Moment: Training Agents of Change

Dec 1, 2024/Column

A sports PT volunteers in Haiti and discovers a love for teaching the country's first generation of physical therapists.

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.

12-Item Multiple Sclerosis Walking Scale (MSWS-12)

Jan 21, 2015/Test & Measure

Measures impact of MS on the individual's walking ability (self-report).