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Study: Personal Approach Is Important to Patients With Chronic Pain, but Partial Telerehab Could Offer Acceptable Alternatives

Feb 9, 2017/Review

Researchers found that chronic pain patients were willing to forgo face-to-face time with physicians when “remote feedback and monitoring technology is offered.”

CDC: Falls-Related Deaths in the US Rose 31% in 10 Years

May 15, 2018/News

The latest statistics, included in a report from the CDC point to a need for more widespread falls screening and prevention efforts including physical therapy, authors say.

CMS Unveils New, High-Priced Restrictions on Access to Medicare, Medicaid Data

Mar 1, 2024/News

APTA and researchers across the country oppose the new policy, which could have a chilling effect on needed research.

Celebrating the 10th PT Day of Service

Oct 2, 2024/Article

Co-founder Efosa L. Guobadia reflects on the past decade and looks ahead to the future of service in the profession.

Proposed Medicaid, Final ACA Rules Continue APTA-Supported Focus on Care Access

May 12, 2023/News

HHS responded to calls for better continuity of care, increased program transparency, and stronger consumer engagement.

APTA Celebrates National Physical Therapy Month

Feb 1, 2024/Feature

Last October, millions saw the impact of physical therapy through APTA's videos, ads, and more.

Sharon Dunn, PT, PhD

Jun 7, 2020/Author

Sharon Dunn, PT, PhD, was APTA President for two terms, from June 2015 through December 2021. She is a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopaedic physical therapy. Dunn is dean of the School of Allied Health Professions and an associate professor of rehabilitation sciences at Louisiana State

APTA Consumer Perceptions

Oct 15, 2025/Report

What do Americans really think and know about physical therapy, and what are their health priorities? APTA partnered with Penta Research to survey more than 1,000 individuals across the life stages to find out.  APTA’s new consumer perceptions report explores public awareness, usage patterns, and attitudes

Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd edition

Jan 1, 2018/CPG

The second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans provides scientific guidance to help people ages 3 years and older improve their health through participation in regular physical activity.

British Thoracic Society Guideline for Oxygen Use in Adults in Healthcare and Emergency Settings

May 15, 2017/CPG

Guidelines for oxygen use in adult patients in healthcare and emergency settings.