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A Core Set of Outcome Measures to Assess Physical Function for Adults Participating in Physical Therapist Treatment in the Hospital: A Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG+)

Jun 1, 2025/CPG

CPG+ Appraisal Rating 7 out of 7 (How is this rating made?) Highlights Three core outcome measures (COMS) related to physical function should be performed for all adult patients receiving physical therapy during a hospital stay. (p 3) Five supplemental outcome measures (OMs) may be added to augment COMS.

2022 John H.P. Maley Lecture by Susan Whitney

Aug 14, 2022/Video

Susan Whitney, PT, PhD, FAPTA, delivered the 27th John H. P. Maley Lecture, titled "Exercise Is Our Medicine."

Hip Outcome Score (HOS)

Oct 9, 2024/Test & Measure

The Hip Outcome Score (HOS) assesses self-reported functional status of those with musculoskeletal hip disorders.

Health Information Technology and Patient Privacy

PTs and PTAs need to have a solid understanding of health IT privacy laws and regulations, as well as policies designed to improve patient access to their own records. This includes HIPAA as well as requirements related to information blocking and interoperability.

Blood-Flow Restriction Training

Blood-flow restriction training can help patients to make greater strength training gains while lifting lighter loads, thereby reducing the overall stress placed on the limb.

Patient Protections

Mar 1, 2020/Article

What are the federal expectations for providers when it comes to non-discrimination, disability access, and the rights of patients with limited English proficiency?

Hospital Settings and Physical Therapy

PTs and PTAs are critical members of the health care teams in hospital settings.

Finding Physical Therapy Literature

Aug 13, 2024/Article

No single database provides access to every journal or magazine article ever published. Here are places to start your research quest.

Legal Topics of Interest

Aug 1, 2019/Article

PTs and PTAs practice in an environment that requires compliance with health care laws, rules, and regulations.