The examination is the data-collection phase. It involves gathering history and performing specific tests.

Physical Therapy Examination and Assessment is a systematic process used to identify a patient's physical impairments and functional limitations. It serves as the foundation for creating an effective plan of care. 📋 The Examination Process

: Assessing strength on a 0–5 scale.

The assessment is the clinical reasoning portion where the therapist interprets the data collected during the examination.

: How many times per week the patient attends therapy.