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APTA Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy: Heel Pain––Plantar Fasciitis: Revision 2023 (CPG+)

Dec 1, 2023/CPG

This updated guideline from APTA's American Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy makes recommendation for the physical therapist management of non-arthritic heel pain for individuals 16 and older.

VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline for Diagnosis and Treatment of Low Back Pain (CPG+)

Feb 1, 2022/CPG

This guideline provides recommendations related to the management of patients with low back pain. The CPG+ is based on the 2019 version of the guideline.

Interventions Performed Exclusively By Physical Therapists

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapists' practice responsibility includes all elements of patient and client management: examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcomes.

A Professional Journey in Two Countries

Dec 1, 2021/Column

A PT from the U.S. and India reflects on similarities and differences between the two countries, often through the eyes of her pediatric patients and their parents.

Coding and Billing Updates: The Move to Value-based Payment

May 30, 2020/Article

Recorded webinar from live Q & A (December 4, 2018)

Survey of PTs Finds Feelings of Autonomy and Community Could Lower Burnout Risk

Jan 4, 2022/Review

A small-scale study of Texas PTs points to the possible importance of psychological supports in the face of increasing job demands.

APTA Approach to Site Selection for National Events

Apr 23, 2021/Statement

Statement by the APTA Board of Directors.

Stroke, Part III: Interventions and Outcomes

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.

Proposed 2023 Outpatient Payment Rule Presents Advocacy Opportunity

Jul 25, 2022/Review

Physical therapy payment isn't impacted by the Medicare payment rule, but the proposal opens a door for comment on pain management.

HHS Expands Nondiscrimination Protections in ACA, Rehabilitation Act

May 6, 2024/News

Medicare B providers are now included in the provisions, some of which have been expanded to include protections based on sexual identity.