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Apr 8

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Lower Extremity Swelling Interventions

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Basal Ganglia Dysfunction & Intervention

Mackenzie presents to physical therapy following a stroke affecting the basal ganglia. The patient exhibits bradykinesia and difficulty initiating movements. Which of the following interventions would be MOST effective in addressing these impairments?A) Rhythmic auditory stimulat ... Show More

Mid Thoracic Pain Evaluation

Dr. Rice evaluates a patient with a chief complaint of mid-thoracic pain radiating around the left lateral rib cage. The patient reports symptoms worsen with deep breathing and coughing, but are not reproduced with spinal movement, rib mobilization, or palpation. Neurological scr ... Show More

Sensitivity & Specificity Principles

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