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A physical therapist is evaluating a 50-year-old male patient with a diagnosis of a partial right shoulder rotator cuff tear.  The patient reports the pain began about a month ago when he was working on some home improvement activities.  He reports he recently had a MRI that showed a small partial tear.  The patient demonstrates reduced PROM in both ER and IR, as well as difficulties in ADLs including getting dressed and tucking in his shirt.  The therapist also notes the patient reports a history of anxiety, he seems anxious about his recovery, and he demonstrates signs of kinesiophobia.  Which of the following is the best initial strategy to utilize in his plan of care?  

A physical therapist is performing an evaluation on a patient that was referred to physical therapy with a diagnosis of right shoulder subacromial impingement.  Which of the following special test clusters is most appropriate to include in the objective examination based on current evidence-based practice?  

Explain why the Ivy League is different from all other conferences when it comes to football. Be as specific as possible. 

How did World War II provide a boost to college baskeball? 

Harry Edwards was most inspired to organize the proposed boycott of the 1968 Olympic Games by Muhammad Ali. 

A physical therapist is working with a patient that is 6 weeks s/p right shoulder rotator cuff repair.  Based on the patient presentation and post-operative protocol, the therapist feels it is appropriate to progress to Phase 2 of the protocol.  Which of the following interventions are most appropriate to include in the treatment?

President Herbert Hoover was the president in the 1960’s who challenged his White House staff to walk fifty miles in under 20 hours.

Stacking patterns refers to the disproportional number of hispanic athletes in some sports and a lack of caucasians in others. 

A patient is recovering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery but admits not to being compliant with wearing of the protective splint and using the hand more than was advised. The result is wrist pain and discomfort at the incision site.  Which of the following is the most appropriate intervention strategy?

After Muhammad Ali was indicted by the Department of Justice: