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Evaluation of the Single Leg Stance Test for an Annual Preventative Physical Therapy Visit and the Effect of Education on the Perceived Value of Test Results as a Health Indicator

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Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy

January/March 2025, Volume :48 Number 1 , page E10 - E18 [Buy]

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Authors

  1. Lieberz , Dalerie
  2. Dittbenner , Courtney
  3. Koch , Hannah
  4. Paul , Tonya
  5. Sonterre , Mikalyn

Abstract

The ceiling effect disadvantages the SLS test with an annual PT visit. Education on test results and comparison to norms increased how older adults valued physical performance measures as health indicators.

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