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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
Jan 26, 2022/Review
The analysis echoes recommendations in a new CPG from APTA on PT management of PD.
Jun 18, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures mobility, particularly in frail elderly people.
Jun 28, 2017/Test & Measure
The WOMAC is a disease-specific tool used for people with hip or knee OA to measure physical function, pain, and stiffness in the past 48 hours.
Mar 13, 2023/Roundup
We've updated an APTA practice resource, advocated for continued patient access, and alerted MACs to denials they're making in error.
Feb 12, 2026/CPG
CPG+ To print, select printer icon at the end of this page. Highlights Twenty-eight recommendations on examination, outcome measures, and interventions in nonsurgical management of carpal tunnel syndrome, or CTS, are provided. Ten of 28 recommendations have moderate to strong evidence (P. 2-3). Recommendations
Oct 1, 2020/Column
Important information for PTs and PTAs serving service members, veterans, and their families.
Feb 11, 2021/Perspective
Keegan Taylor, SPT, knew he wanted to be a PT, but the high standard for admission meant he had to do more.
May 21, 2013/Test & Measure
Assesses walking speed in meters per second (m/s) over a short duration.
Apr 21, 2021/News
This new position serves on APTA’s senior staff team.
