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Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA)

Jun 15, 2022/Test & Measure

The MNA is a 6-item screening tool used to identify risk of malnutrition among older adults (aged 65+).

APTA-Backed Bipartisan House Bill Takes Aim at PTA Differential

Oct 13, 2021/News

The SMART Act would delay implementation, spare rural and underserved areas, and relieve PTA supervision burdens.

We Can't Afford to Lose the 'Pain Pulse'

Sep 9, 2022/Perspective

It's getting stronger, louder, and more powerful — more pain science, pain education, and pain treatment knowledge is being published, taught, and used effectively to help patients suffering with a diagnosis of primary pain.

The View From Capitol Hill: 5 Things for PTs and PTAs to Watch for in This Session of Congress

Sep 6, 2017/News

PT in Motion News asked APTA staff about the legislative issues that should be on the radar of PTs, PTAs, students, and their supporters. Here's the list of the top 5 issues to track over the coming weeks.

Putting the Fun Into Functional Recovery

Apr 1, 2018/Feature

Do some of your patients resist exercise? Try making it joyful.

Looking at Physical Therapy Holistically

Jul 1, 2019/Feature

There's a growing realization that helping patients achieve optimal health requires addressing both the body and the mind. As a practical matter, though, how does that happen? These PTs are showing the way.

CMS, HHS Propose More Exceptions to, Safe Harbors in Self-Referral Law

Oct 15, 2019/News

HHS thinks it's time to bring some Stark law provisions up-to-date in ways that accommodate alternative payment models.

Woodruff Lecture Offers Paths to Improve Diversity

Jul 10, 2020/News

The inaugural lecture stresses the need for action now through changes to education, research, and practice.

Study: Frequency, Duration of Acute Care Therapy Improves COVID-19 Outcomes

Jan 22, 2021/Review

Researchers found that every additional 10 minutes of physical therapy was associated with improved mobility at discharge.

Study: Light Physical Activity Could Help to Lower Risk of Coronary and Cardiovascular Problems

Mar 20, 2019/Review

Rsearchers are finding that even light physical activity can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disease.