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Early Rehabilitation for Patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Jun 16, 2016/Clinical Summary

This summary highlights the PT's contributions to examination, prognosis, and intervention as well as collaboration with other members of the health care team for patients in the ICU.

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.

Performance Assessment of Self-Care Skills (PASS)

Jul 30, 2019/Test & Measure

PASS is a client-centered, performance-based, criterion-referenced observational outcome measure that examines the patient’s and client’s ability to function safely and independently in the community. The tool assesses performance of functional mobility skills, basic activities of daily living (ADLs),

Direct Access and Medicare in Hospital-Based Outpatient Settings

May 3, 2020/Article

CMS has specific regulations that impact direct access services in hospital-based outpatient settings.

Stroke, Part I: Overview and Classification

May 1, 2024/Clinical Summary

This clinical summary provides information on the background, pathophysiology, and management of people who are at risk for and who have had a cerebrovascular accident.

Talking the Talk: APTA Members Make Connections With Lawmakers

Sep 30, 2022/Perspective

Members had more than 60 meetings with their representatives in August. Here's what some had to say about the experience.

Coronavirus Update: February 8

Feb 8, 2023/Roundup

End to health emergency, annual vaccine schedule, dropping infection rates, and more.

Final MA Rule Solidifies Prior Authorization Wins

Apr 27, 2023/News

The APTA-supported provisions announced by CMS will help reduce administrative burden and ensure consistency across MA plans.

Study: Physical Therapy After Dizziness Diagnosis Lowers Fall Risk by 86%

Sep 19, 2023/Article

Patients receiving physical therapy within three months of diagnosis reported significantly lower rates of falls as much as 12 months later.