It is likely that his lasting legacy will be the decision to introduce the new name for the journal in a bid to allow it to take its rightful place in the range of international publication options for physiotherapists. Professor Hodges has served as a figurehead for the journal both nationally and internationally, and will be missed. His departure

is compulsory as he has served this website the maximum number of terms provided for by the Australian Physiotherapy Association. Associate Professor Ada was appointed Scientific Editor in June 2005 and will remain as a member of the Editorial Board in an honorary capacity during 2010 to ensure a smooth transition. During her time at the helm she revised and expanded the Author Guidelines to provide models for submission of a number of types of paper. She introduced structured headings for papers and devised downloadable Templates for the submission find more of Tables and Figures. Many submitting authors have commented positively on the assistance the Guidelines provide. She edited papers extensively so that they are consistent in terminology and very readable. When Associate Professor Ada became Scientific

Editor, the 2004 Impact Factor was 1.021; she leaves the journal with the 2008 impact factor at 1.948. Every year has shown growth under her Editorial guidance. In 2005 the journal received 82 submission; in 2009 there were 105, all of which Associate Professor Ada managed through the review process. The workload on this aspect of the journal alone increased by 25%. It is also timely to acknowledge the contributions to the Dipeptidyl peptidase Editorial Board of Associate Professor Linda Denehy who completed her term of office in December, and Associate Professor Sandy Brauer who has been re-appointed for a further term. Other changes include the appointment of Associate Professor Lisa Harvey, Dr Julia Hush, and Dr Terry Haines to the Editorial Board. Members continuing on the Editorial Board are Associate Professor Michelle

Sterling and Professor Nicholas Taylor. The Editorial Board is grateful for the substantial contribution of these dedicated and skilled individuals. Under the combined stewardship of Professor Hodges and Associate Professor Ada, AJP has grown and matured as a general journal of physiotherapy. We look forward to the continued growth and international positioning of the newly named Journal of Physiotherapy. “
“Physiotherapists commonly assess and treat upper extremity disorders. Passive joint mobilisation or manipulation has been shown to be effective in disorders such as adhesive shoulder capsulitis, non-specific shoulder pain or dysfunction (Ho et al 2009), shoulder impingement syndrome (Kromer et al 2009), lateral epicondylalgia (Bisset et al 2005), and carpal tunnel syndrome (O’Connor et al 2003). Measurement of passive movement is indicated in order to assess joint restrictions and to help diagnose these disorders.