Reflex test: how to elicit and grade neurological reflexes
What is a reflex test and why does it matter? A single absent knee jerk can be the first sign of an L4 radiculopathy. A brisk ankle reflex in a patient with neck pain raises the suspicion of cervical myelopathy. The reflex test is one of the fastest, lowest-cost neurological assessments a clinician has. It […]
Visual analogue scale (VAS): Pain assessment template
Download your free visual analogue scale (VAS) template A standardized 100 mm pain measurement tool that lets patients self-report pain intensity on a continuous visual scale. It is widely used in physical therapy, pain management, and clinical research. Download template The visual analogue scale (VAS) asks a patient to mark their pain on a single […]
ICU Mobility Scale Template
Download your free ICU Mobility Scale template A one-page assessment form with fields for the patient, the provider and the date. In addition, it prints all 11 published level definitions, plus room for the score and for notes on barriers, equipment and staffing. Download template The ICU Mobility Scale (IMS) is a critical care assessment […]
Ruler drop test: procedure, formula, and normative data
Most reaction time assessments need lab equipment costing thousands. The ruler drop test needs a 30 cm ruler and a partner. That simplicity is why it has survived in sports science, physical education, and clinical practice for decades. It is still one of the most widely taught functional assessments in healthcare training. The test measures […]
Upper Limb Functional Assessment
Download your free upper limb functional assessment template Twenty everyday activity items covering work, self-care, driving, and household tasks, each rated on a five-point difficulty scale. There is a total score field and space for clinical notes. Download template A functional assessment template is a standardized form that records what a patient can and cannot […]
Selective functional movement assessment: SFMA template and scoring guide
Download your free selective functional movement assessment template All fifteen scored lines across the seven top-tier patterns, plus a breakout checklist for each pattern with the criteria to look for. There is a scoring key, patient details, a notes field, and a clinician sign-off block. Download template The selective functional movement assessment (SFMA) is a […]
Labral tear test
Download your free labral tear test assessment form A clinical assessment form for documenting hip and shoulder labral tear findings. It has fields for the O’Brien, crank, FABER, FADIR, and Fitzgerald tests, plus result interpretation. Download template Labral tears in the shoulder and hip are common in athletes, manual workers, and patients whose sport involves […]
CPT Code 22812: Anterior deformity fusion billing guide
CPT code 22812 reports an anterior spinal fusion performed to correct a spinal deformity across eight or more vertebral segments. It is the highest tier of a three-code family, and the segment count in the operative note is what selects it. Two details decide whether the claim survives review. The first is the approach, because […]
HCPCS code L1932: Ankle-foot orthosis billing guide
Field Detail Code L1932 Full descriptor, device Ankle foot orthosis, rigid anterior tibial section, total carbon fiber or equal material Full descriptor, fabrication Prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise Code type HCPCS Level II Category L-codes (Orthotic procedures) Fabrication […]
Peroneal tendon tear test: Step-by-step exam and template
Download your free peroneal tendon tear test template A clinical assessment form for a suspected peroneal tendon injury, with fields for symptom history, palpation landmarks, and each provocative test result. It also carries the interpretation guide and a treatment planning section. Download template Peroneal tendon injuries are a common cause of lateral ankle pain in […]