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Oct 26, 2022/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Physical therapist practice and the practice of physical therapy are synonymous. Both phrases are inclusive of patient and client management, and direction and supervision. Direction and supervision apply to the physical therapist assistant, who is the only individual who assists a physical
Aug 16, 2017/Test & Measure
Measures how long it takes for a person to ascend and descend a flight of stairs.
Jan 10, 2025/News
APTA Podcasts helped you inform your practice, gain insight into regulatory issues, and explore professional ethics.
Jun 17, 2014/Test & Measure
Aids in the clinical diagnosis of problems or injury in the nerves of the cervical spine.
May 19, 2023/News
The association joins national and local organizations as an advocate for youth access to sports, regardless of ability.
Dec 1, 2023/Column
Taking a teaching job on a lark proved to be the perfect fit for this physical therapist.
Nov 1, 2022/Feature
Sue Whitney repeatedly challenged the profession to "think bigger" — including around the importance of collecting data.
Oct 1, 2017/Feature
Tara Jo Manal, PT, DPT, FAPTA, has no training whatsoever in construction, architecture, or interior design. She is, however, a seasoned physical therapist (PT), and she knows from experience how a physical therapy clinic should be built.
Dec 6, 2022/News
Groups representing more than a million providers are urging lawmakers to prevent the entire 4.5% cut that will take effect Jan. 1.
Nov 7, 2018/Podcast
We talk with Nate Pryor, a US Army veteran who served in Afghanistan, and current DPT student.
