Research Reports:

Motor Control Exercise for Persistent, Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review

Luciana G Macedo, Christopher G Maher, Jane Latimer, and James H McAuley
PHYS THER 2009 89: 9-25 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20080103); [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [The Bottom Line]  

Nonsurgical Management of Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction With Orthoses and Resistive Exercise: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Kornelia Kulig, Stephen F Reischl, Amy B Pomrantz, Judith M Burnfield, Susan Mais-Requejo, David B Thordarson, and Ronald W Smith
PHYS THER 2009 89: 26-37 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20070242); [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [The Bottom Line]  

Does Continuing Education Improve Physical Therapists’ Effectiveness in Treating Neck Pain? A Randomized Clinical Trial

Joshua A Cleland, Julie M Fritz, Gerard P Brennan, and Jake Magel
PHYS THER 2009 89: 38-47 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20080033); [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [The Bottom Line][Discussion Podcast]  

Invited Commentary

Gwendolen Jull
PHYS THER 2009 89: 48-50 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20080033.ic); [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of Early Progressive Eccentric Exercise on Muscle Size and Function After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A 1-Year Follow-up Study of a Randomized Clinical Trial

J Parry Gerber, Robin L Marcus, Leland E Dibble, Patrick E Greis, Robert T Burks, and Paul C LaStayo
PHYS THER 2009 89: 51-59 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20070189); [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [The Bottom Line]  

Stepping Responses of Infants With Myelomeningocele When Supported on a Motorized Treadmill

Caroline Teulier, Beth A Smith, Masayoshi Kubo, Chia-Lin Chang, Victoria Moerchen, Karin Murazko, and Beverly D Ulrich
PHYS THER 2009 89: 60-72 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20080120); [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Lower-Extremity Strength Differences Predict Activity Limitations in People With Chronic Stroke

Patricia Kluding and Byron Gajewski
PHYS THER 2009 89: 73-81 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20070234); [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Case Reports:

Physical Therapist Management of Acute and Chronic Low Back Pain Using the World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health

Sean D Rundell, Todd E Davenport, and Tracey Wagner
PHYS THER 2009 89: 82-90 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20080113); [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Correction]  

Perspectives:

Advancements in Contemporary Physical Therapy Research: Use of Mixed Methods Designs

Lauren Rauscher and Bruce H Greenfield
PHYS THER 2009 89: 91-100 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20070236); [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Letters and Responses:

Sexuality and Health Care: Are We Training Physical Therapy Professionals to Address Their Clients’ Sexuality Needs?

PHYS THER 2009 89: 101-102 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.2009.89.1.101); [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Congratulations on the Diabetes Special Issue!

PHYS THER 2009 89: 102 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.2009.89.1.102.1); [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Editor Response

PHYS THER 2009 89: 102 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.2009.89.1.102.2); [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Corrections:

Marcus RL, Smith S, Morrell G, et al. "Comparison of combined aerobic and high-force eccentric resistance exercise..." Phys Ther. 2008;88:1345–1354.

PHYS THER 2009 89: 103 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20080124.cx); [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Bell AL, Cavorsi J. "Noncontact ultrasound therapy..." Phys Ther. 2008;88:1517–1524.

PHYS THER 2009 89: 103 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.20080009.cx); [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Scholarships, Fellowships, and Grants:

News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy

PHYS THER 2009 89: 105-106 (DOI: 10.2522/ptj.2009.89.1.105); [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

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