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Oct 31, 2021/CPG
Update to the 2012 Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy,CPG for low back pain (LBP). The overall objective of this update was to provide recommendations on interventions delivered by physical therapists or studied in care settings that included physical therapy providers.
Jul 2, 2018/News
The health care system needs to evolve from a medical to a biopsychosocial model, asserted Robert Palisano, PT, ScD, FAPTA, in the 23rd Maley Lecture, delivered during NEXT 2018.
Apr 7, 2020/News
Three insurance giants have each announced temporary benefit changes allowing PTs to bill for telehealth.
Feb 4, 2025/Resource
Cultural competence isn't a destination; it's a journey that never stops.
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Sep 14, 2021/News
The 2021 McMillan Lecture was all about why courage, creativity, and imagination should take center stage in physical therapy.
Aug 16, 2021/Review
The final rule, which takes effect Oct. 1, also includes slight payment increases for hospitals and long-term care facilities.
Jun 25, 2019/News
PVC ratchet cutters, screwdrivers, and wire strippers may not be among the tools usually used by physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants. But at the APTA NEXT Conference and Exposition session "Go Baby Go: Mobility Research, Design, and Technology," those and other devices---such
Apr 9, 2025/News
Two APTA-supported bills from Congress' last session are back for consideration: making Medicare telehealth provisions permanent for PT services and streamlining the background check process for participation in the PT Compact.
Jul 16, 2021/News
The open volunteer positions cover a range of areas — check out what we're looking for and apply by Aug. 15.