The patient is being instructed on how to navigate the steps utilizing bilateral canes.  What is the most appropriate method?

Referring to the above scenario regarding Mr. Charles Thomas.  Mr. Thomas is ready to progress to level surfaces.  Which device would be most appropriate?  

Referring to the above question the patient is now ready to stand up from the wheelchair.  What is the proper procedure?

Cavitation as a result of applying therapeutic non-thermal ultrasound always increases the temperature and pressure to the area causing pain.

 The patient was referred to outpatient physical therapy with a diagnosis of left hip pain.  The plan of care delegated ultrasound to the PTA.  The patient’s past medical history (PHM) includes: Diabetes Mellitus Type II, Hypertension, 2 months pregnant and an old left hip fracture that was stabilized with a plate and screws.  Which of the above is considered a contraindication for the delegated treatment?

The client is a 16-year-old male that is to be instructed in crutch training NWB on the left lower extremity. He was in excellent health until he suffered a sprain to his left ankle. He routinely participated in a daily aerobic conditioning program. The PTA is to take his vital signs before beginning treatment. What would the PTA be expected to see with his vital signs?

Subthreshold stimulation of a nerve causes adaptation.

The patient sustained low back pain following a weekend of moving furniture for friend.  He has pain and muscle spasms across his lumbar spine.  The PTA will be performing electrical stimulation along with other modalities and exercise.  Which form of electrical stimulation is most appropriate?

The primary area of heating with ultrasound occurs in which tissue?

The Mr. Charles Thomas, sustained a cerebrovascular accident with right sided weakness.  On the uninvolved side strength is 4/5.  On the involved side the patient has a flaccid upper extremity and 2+/5 strength in the lower extremity.  His sitting balance is fair plus, while his standing balance is fair to fair plus.  The PTA is instructing the patient on transfers.  Which of the following would be an appropriate transfer?