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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
Jul 1, 2016/Column
That's just what it is-an act. There's a better way.
Aug 3, 2022/Roundup
Of course the proposed cuts are at the center — but there are some significant opportunities for change and making your voice heard.
Oct 1, 2018/Column
The value of taking a tip from brain science.
Aug 1, 2017/Column
Well to Do: Wishing Doesn’t Make It So
May 1, 2019/Magazine
We've compiled highlights of stories published by PT in Motion News for a recap of reports on the physical therapy profession.
Feb 15, 2023/Roundup
A PT's tips on choosing the right pillow, plus more APTA members in the media.
The physical therapy profession is invested in individualized, patient-centered care, but that investment has broad societal and public health implications.
Jun 12, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures walking speed in meters per second (m/s) over a short duration.
Aug 25, 2025/News
For the second year in a row, the John H.P. Maley Lecture was all about the movement system. Nancy Bloom, PT, DPT, MSOT, gave the 2025 lecture with the goal of educating the audience about the progress and challenges surrounding movement and diagnosis, as well as encouraging PTs to embrace their role
