We tested the hypothesis that the proportion of normal results in tests ordered by a physician correlates directly with the proportion of tests that are disapproved by a utilization review audit for inappropriate test use. Auditors reviewed 3497 charts for 13 067 repeated determinations of 10 diagnostic tests ordered by 81 medical residents to determine if test use had been appropriate, accordi...

BACKGROUND: The evaluation of postural trunk muscle function is a critical component clinical assessment in patients with musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Postural activation the muscles has been evaluated by various methods. This study evaluates correlation between subjective an objective measurement abdominal wall expansion. METHODS: Twenty-five healthy participants (16 women, 9 men, age...