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

Apr 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.

Productivity: The Multiple Components of Work Value in Physical Therapy

Productivity standards can be a useful way to improve both the ways care is provided and the work experience of providers.

Study Finds Disparities in White, Black Use of PT Services

Nov 8, 2022/Review

A review of electronic health records also found white patients received services for musculoskeletal pain faster than Black patients.

A Physical Therapist by Any Other Name

Sep 1, 2021/Column

A physical therapist known to two kids only as "the Exercise Lady" helped both them and their family in a time of need.

Unwelcome Notice

May 1, 2021/Column

When conversation causes discomfort in the workplace.

Deadline Approaches for Foundation for Physical Therapy Research Grants

Jul 12, 2024/News

Those applying for Foundation grants need to send submissions by July 31.

Study: Chemical 'Marker' Sheds Light on Cognitive Benefits of Aerobic Exercise Among Older Adults

Jul 25, 2017/News

Researchers in Germany believe they've isolated a chemical marker that helps identify physical activity''s neuroprotective effects, which could be a useful marker to measure the effects of aerobic exercise on brain function of adults who are elderly.

Telehealth for People with Chronic Achilles Tendinopathy: PTJ Author Interview With Andrew Post

Mar 28, 2023/Podcast

Editor-in-Chief Alan Jette interviews Andrew Post about his study on the efficacy of physical therapy delivered via telehealth in people with chronic Achilles tendinopathy.

Telehealth Advocacy

The use of telehealth by PTs and PTAs is not only appropriate, but effective in delivering effective care and expanding patient access to that care.

12-Item Multiple Sclerosis Walking Scale (MSWS-12)

Jan 21, 2015/Test & Measure

Measures impact of MS on the individual's walking ability (self-report).