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News From NEXT: Rural Health Care has Plenty of Challenges, Promising Opportunities

Jun 26, 2019/News

When it comes to rural health, there's no denying that there are demographic and financial challenges that can affect care. But there are also opportunities for improvement, and physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) need to be ready to advocate for—and when necessary, create—those

New APTA Policy Priorities Push for a More Wellness-Oriented, Value-Based, and Accessible Health Care System

Feb 8, 2019/News

APTA's newest advocacy roadmap puts the current state of health care in the United States in stark terms—and commits the association to working for change. Describing the United States as being "at a crossroads," the association's 2019-2020 Public Policy Priorities document characterizes the country's

Would You Recognize the Symptoms of ALS?

Jun 21, 2023/Article

When it comes to ALS, early diagnosis is important. Be aware of the indicators.

Proposed 2022 Home Health Rule Puts PDGM Changes on Hold

Jun 30, 2021/Review

CMS uncovered some surprising data but can't tell the extent of the pandemic's influence on the numbers.

Admissions Process for Doctor of Physical Therapy Education Programs

PTCAS makes it easy to apply to DPT programs across the country. Here’s what you need to know.

APTA Working for You: Commercial Payer Updates, July 2019

Jul 22, 2019/News

The commercial payer world is varied and continually evolving. APTA helps its members by staying on top of changes and bringing the physical therapy profession's voice to the table on a wide range of private payer-related issues. Here's a quick rundown of some of the latest news and APTA activities.

Wells Clinical Prediction Rule for Deep Vein Thrombosis

Aug 23, 2017/Test & Measure

It is completed by health care professionals and can be applied to any patient with a suspected DVT.

Cupping: Why We're All Seeing Spots

Aug 15, 2016/Perspective

Since the top athletes in the world are using these treatments, credibility is inherent or implied, right? Not always so.

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

Jul 18, 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.

Primary Care and the Physical Therapist: Lessons From the Military

Sep 9, 2018/Perspective

An ideal primary care team will be able to triage and direct the patient to the right team member.