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In Our Communities, PTs and PTAs Are Superheroes

Oct 6, 2020/Perspective

Valerie Rucker, PT, DPT, encourages physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to use their knowledge and tools to serve their communities.

How Identifying Culture Can Help You Find Your First Job

May 2, 2018/Perspective

There are three questions new graduates must answer when deciding if a company is a good fit.

Supervision of Students in Skilled Nursing Facilities and Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities Under Medicare

Jun 12, 2020/Article

Some requirements related to student involvement can vary depending on the setting.

The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in the Media, August 2018

Aug 15, 2018/News

"The Good Stuff" is an occasional series that highlights recent media coverage of physical therapy and APTA members, with an emphasis on good news and stories of how individual PTs and PTAs are transforming health care and society every day.

Spina Bifida: Myelomeningocele

May 25, 2017/Clinical Summary

PTs can help children and adults with spina bifida gain and maintain mobility and function at their best throughout all stages of life.

Outpatient PT Attitudes and Behaviors: Cardiovascular Disease Screening

Jul 22, 2019/Podcast

Despite the high prevalence of patients either diagnosed with or at risk for CVD, few physical therapists consistently included BP and HR on the initial examination. The results of this survey suggest that efforts to improve understanding of the importance of screening and modifications of clinic policy

CSM Delivers: Payment

Oct 23, 2018/News

The 2019 APTA CSM, set for January 23-26 in Washington, DC, offers multiple sessions all at 1 meeting that help clarify the ins and outs of payment, particularly around the Medicare and Medicaid systems.

#DPTstudent to #FreshPT Private Practice Owner

Apr 17, 2017/Perspective

You can never start your business preparation too early.

Fairytale Physical Therapy: A Magical Activity for Students and Patients

Jun 14, 2017/Perspective

We have found a way to bring a fun, emotional escape for children in hospitals.

Highlights from NEXT Conference and Exposition

Sep 1, 2015/Feature

NEXT 2015 offered attendees a wide range of sessions, programs, and special events addressing their clinical, research, and educational interests. Here are a few highlights.