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Nov 30, 2017/Test & Measure
Measures the concept of playfulness by assessing four elements considered to contribute to the construct of playfulness.
May 24, 2021/Perspective
I wanted to be a victor and not a victim in any situation. Mindfulness turned out to be my answer.
May 16, 2019/Test & Measure
Assesses health care-related quality of life measures for the general population.
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.
Dec 16, 2021/Test & Measure
The Multi-Directional Reach Test (MDRT) measures balance and the limits of stability in the anterior-posterior and medial-lateral directions by testing how far an individual can voluntarily reach forward, to the right, to the left, and lean backward, while standing with their feet flat on the ground,
Oct 7, 2020/Test & Measure
Oct 24, 2011/Clinical Summary
PTs confirm a diagnosis of BPPV by observation of nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) when the patient is placed in a position that provokes symptoms.
Apr 16, 2026/Clinical Summary
Patients receive medical and pharmacological treatment as the primary intervention, and physical rehabilitation to address musculoskeletal weakness and neurologic dysfunction.
Jun 10, 2019/Test & Measure
FGA is a modification of the Dynamic Gait Index and was created to help decrease the ceiling effect and improve reliability.
Oct 20, 2011/Clinical Summary
PTs provide skilled interventions to reduce dyspnea and improve endurance, strength, and quality of life for people with COPD.
