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Can't-Miss Special Edition of PTJ Focuses on Intersection of Pediatric Physical Therapy and Developmental Science

Jun 12, 2019/News

The June edition of PTJ (Physical Therapy) is something special: an entire issue devoted to the ways pediatric physical therapy and developmental science are informing each other—all to the benefit of children and their families. The issue shouldn't be missed, say Alyssa Fiss, PT, PhD, and Anjana Bhat,

Draft HHS Report Backs Nonpharmacological Pain Management, Calls for Better Payer Coverage of Physical Therapy

Jan 8, 2019/News

Much like an APTA white paper on opioids and pain management published in the summer of 2018, a draft report from the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) says that it's time to address the gaps in the health care system that make it difficult to follow best practices in addressing pain—including

New White Paper Presses for Consistent Mobility Assessments, More Outcome Measures for Hospitalized Older Adults

Oct 9, 2018/News

There is little consistency in the ways hospitals assess and promote movement, and almost no acknowledgement of mobility as an outcome measure. That needs to change, and soon, say authors of a new white paper.

Federal and State Guidance on Providing Services to Patients With LEP

Jan 26, 2021/Resource

PTs and PTAs may have legal obligations related to serving individuals with limited English proficiency.

Tune In, Fill Up

Apr 1, 2015/Column

In providing wellness services, it's all about the individual.

Coronavirus Reports: What We Know, and What We Don't

Mar 3, 2020/Roundup

A roundup of what was being reported by public health and infectious disease experts at the time.

Arthritis Management Community-Based Programs

May 15, 2019/Open Access

Finding the right physical activity program can extend the benefits of your treatment and help your patients maintain their mobility and independence.

Dimensions of Leadership Pathways Grant

The Dimensions of Leadership Pathways Grant supports the development and delivery of new or revised pathways programs and the development, delivery, and/or continued growth of diverse representation in recruitment, retention, and leadership development.

Recursos para fisioterapeutas de APTA en español

Jan 12, 2021/Resource

APTA ofrece recursos de fisioterapia en español. Los recursos en esta página incluyen pautas de práctica clínica, artículos de PTJ, cursos del Learning Center, del Centro de referencia de rehabilitación.

Study: PTs in Emergency Departments Reduce Likelihood of ED Revisits for Falls

Aug 31, 2018/Review

Consult by a PT in the ED reduced the odds of a fall-related revisit within 30 days by 35% and within 60 days by 32%.