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Physical Therapy for Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Michael Cormican, MSPTWhen assessing patients with osteoarthritis, it is imperative that physical therapists begin by taking a thorough history primarily founded on a combination of direct and open-ended questions.
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Racial Differences in Osteoarthritis Pain and Function: Potential Explanatory Factors
Kelli D. Allen, PhDMultiple studies of African-American patients have noted differences in osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms compared with Caucasians, including higher levels of reported pain and increased limitations in activity.
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Physical Therapy for Varied Patient Populations
Michael Cormican, MSPTThe goal of any physical therapy intervention is to improve a patient’s long-term function. Prescribed modalities, however, must be tailored to the patient and problematic condition.
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