What legislative requirement was passed in 1976 and had a significant impact on the use of medical devices in physical therapy?
A)Manufacturers were required to prove that a device is safe and effective for human use before marketing it.
B)Physical therapy equipment started to become tested on human subjects.
C)The Food and Drug Administration required regulation of physical therapy equipment.
D)The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services started to reimburse for physical therapy services if they were prescribed by a physician.

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The Medical Device Amendments of 1976 required manufacturers to prove that a device is safe and effective for human use before it could be marketed, significantly impacting the use of medical devices in various fields, including physical therapy.

What Legislative Requirement Was Passed in 1976 and Had a Significant