title: Physiatric therapeutics. 1. Physiatric evaluation.
abstract: This self-directed learning module highlights advances in physiatric evaluation. It is part of the chapter on physiatric therapeutics for the Self-Directed Medical Knowledge Program Study Guide for practitioners and trainees in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This section discusses goniometry, muscle strength testing, and functional and disability evaluation.
authors.affiliation: University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor 48109.
authors.forename: S R
authors.initials: SR
authors.lastname: Geiringer
authors.forename: B J
authors.initials: BJ
authors.lastname: deLateur
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D004185:Disability Evaluation; D006801:Humans; D008501:Medical Records, Problem-Oriented; D010808:Physical Examination; D010810:Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine