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Jan 1, 2018/CPG
The second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans provides scientific guidance to help people ages 3 years and older improve their health through participation in regular physical activity.
Oct 26, 2021/Open Access
Providing physical therapy can place a large demand on your body. In turn, it's important to fuel your body the right way so you can perform well at work and still have energy left at the end of the day.
The scope of practice for physical therapists is dynamic, evolving with evidence, education, and societal needs.
Apr 19, 2024/Roundup
Five articles explore the feasibility of telerehabilitation and the factors that could lead to successful implementation.
Apr 1, 2016/Feature
Clinical ladder programs afford PTs and PTAs opportunities to advance their careers and enhance their paychecks while remaining in direct patient care.
Jul 1, 2015/Feature
Physical therapists who treat farmers and ranchers offer advice about working with those patients.
Aug 13, 2020/Policies & Bylaws
The American Physical Therapy Association supports efforts by physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to transform the delivery of health services and achieve the goal of zero preventable patient harm.
Mar 1, 2022/Column
A PT recalls overcoming her own obstacles to become a board-certified orthopaedic clinical specialist and help others reach their goals.
Oct 1, 2021/Feature
Physical therapy is important for patients in an end-of-life scenario. Here’s why.
Oct 8, 2021/Resource
This series of questions and checklists can help you prepare for direct-to-employer services.