Physical Therapists Diagnosing Musculoskeletal Conditions: Don't Hide What Matters-Just Say It the Right Way.

A commentary published in JOSPT argues that physical therapists should communicate musculoskeletal diagnoses clearly and directly, rather than obscuring clinically meaningful findings behind vague or overly cautious language. The authors contend that transparent diagnostic communication is both within the PT scope of practice and essential for patient-centered care. The piece addresses ongoing professional debate about how PTs frame and convey their clinical findings to patients and other providers.

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