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Skype's The Limit

Apr 1, 2016/Column

A PT faces a dilemma when he can't directly face the patient.

The Perfect Profession for Me

Feb 1, 2022/Column

A light came on not only in a dark hospital basement but in a future PT’s head that this was her ideal career.

Multi-Directional Reach Test, Multidirectional Reach Test, Multi Directional Reach Test (MDRT), Reach in Four Directions Test (RFDT)

Dec 16, 2021/Test & Measure

The Multi-Directional Reach Test (MDRT) measures balance and the limits of stability in the anterior-posterior and medial-lateral directions by testing how far an individual can voluntarily reach forward, to the right, to the left, and lean backward, while standing with their feet flat on the ground,

Resources on Prepping for and Responding to Emergencies and Disasters

Sep 27, 2021/Roundup

PTs and PTAs can play important roles in emergency responses — if they're well-prepared.

Maley Lecturer Calls for More Clinician Scientists in Physical Therapy

Aug 1, 2023/News

Stacey Dusing, PT, PhD, FAPTA, believes it's time to close the gaps between research and practice.

Rehab Company Co-Founder Rocky Ortenzio Has Died

Nov 20, 2024/News

Select Medical chair emeritus was a former APTA Pennsylvania delegate and Foundation supporter.

A Source of Strength

May 1, 2015/Column

Diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, a PT draws courage from her former patients' determination.

APTA Guide for Conduct of the Physical Therapist Assistant

Jun 14, 2020/Open Access

This guide is intended to serve PTAs in interpreting the Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant.

Viewpoints

May 1, 2017/Magazine

Viewpoints

What Your Peers Have to Say About Why They Love Physical Therapy

Oct 5, 2022/Roundup

Celebrate National Physical Therapy Month with these stories from members about what locked in their love for the profession.