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Hospital Settings and Physical Therapy

PTs and PTAs are critical members of the health care teams in hospital settings.

Safe Patient Handling Perceptions and Practices: A Survey of Acute Care Physical Therapists

May 1, 2014/Article

The purpose of this study was to describe the patient handling practices of acute care physical therapists and their perceptions regarding SPH.

Sticks and Stones

Feb 1, 2015/Feature

Lacrosse was named for the stick its players wield. As the saying goes, sticks and stones can break bones. Lacrosse players experience myriad other injuries as well. Physical therapists help prevent injuries and rehabilitate injured players.

PTs Are 'Abilitation Specialists'

Dec 12, 2018/Perspective

The extensive knowledge and skills that PTs possess translate easily to "abilitation" as well.

Introduction to Expressive and Art-Based Therapies for Rehab Professionals

Apr 27, 2023/Live Webinar

An introduction to expressive and art-based therapies for rehab professionals.

Major Health Industry Groups Look to Streamline Prior Authorization

Jan 19, 2018/News

6 major health industry groups issued a consensus statement outlining 5 ways the health care system could "improve the [prior authorization] process, promote quality and affordable health care, and reduce unnecessary burdens."

Find PT and PTA Jobs

The APTA Career Center is the place to find PT and PTA jobs, plus other helpful resources.

Resources from Educational Organizations

Jan 21, 2020/Article

American Council on Education (ACE) The American Council on Education (ACE) is a membership organization that mobilizes the higher education community to shape effective public policy and foster innovative, high-quality practice. It is the major coordinating body for the nation’s colleges and universities

Program Resources

Access resources to help existing and developing DPT, PTA, residency, and fellowship programs optimize their effectiveness.

Primary Care, Workforce, AI Among Issues Debated in 2024 APTA House of Delegates

Nov 1, 2024/Feature

The meetings of the 2024 House session included deliberation on motions presented to the House as well as meaningful discussions on issues.