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Podcasts

APTA's podcasts provide information for your ears, perfect for when you're exercising or commuting.

X-Step Stair climb test (SCT) (X is number of steps traversed)

Aug 16, 2017/Test & Measure

Measures how long it takes for a person to ascend and descend a flight of stairs.

Researcher Spotlight

Apr 1, 2024/Column

Beth Smith, PT, DPT, PhD, uses sensors to study infant movement patterns, which can help inform early interventions.

Viewpoints

Apr 1, 2020/Magazine

APTA welcomes your opinions. We will consider letters, email, and social media posts that relate to specific articles in the magazine and those of general interest to the physical therapy profession.

Primary Care

PTs are qualified to serve in primary care roles, but there are policy barriers.

It's Lovely at the Top

Jun 1, 2020/Feature

PTs and PTAs who are rock climbers have a passion for the sport and for helping their fellow climbers avoid and rehab from injuries.

Well To Be!

Jun 1, 2020/Column

A parting request as this column comes to a close.

Institutionalizing Inventiveness

Mar 1, 2020/Feature

A growing number of schools that offer DPT and pre-physical therapy programs are exposing their students to strategies for inventing and innovating, from concept to production and marketing. And the programs' goals reach well beyond the invention itself.

Optimizing the Built Environment for Physical Activity

Apr 1, 2023/Feature

PTs and PTAs can play an important role in creating and supporting community spaces that encourage people to become and stay active.

Study: Even Small Amounts of Physical Activity Can Lower Depression Risk

May 3, 2022/Review

An analysis of multiple studies found participants who reached just half of the weekly PA recommendation saw a 18% drop in depression risk.