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News From NEXT: McMillan Lecturer Outlines Keys to Excellence in the Physical Therapy Profession

Jun 17, 2019/News

Tom McPoil, PT, PhD, FAPTA, said he intentionally structured the title of the 50th McMillan Lecture—"Is Excellence in the Cards?" as a question "to raise an element of doubt or uncertainty in our quest to achieve excellence." After all, he said during his delivery of the lecture on June 13 as part of

Verifying Insurance Coverage Eligibility

Feb 1, 2016/Column

These are keys to avoiding claim denials and improving patient and client satisfaction.

Embracing the Wall

Jun 1, 2017/Column

Barriers are inevitable. They needn't be roadblocks.

Viewpoints

Feb 1, 2017/Magazine

International Volunteering

Final Spending Bill Falls Short in Offsetting Fee Schedule Cuts

Dec 20, 2022/News

The omnibus package provides insufficient relief, but it does include several wins for the profession in other areas.

Neuropathic Ulcer

Aug 8, 2017/Clinical Summary

Peripheral neuropathy occurs when the sensory, motor, and autonomic functions of peripheral nerves are affected.

Successful WCPT Efforts in Africa Subject of Capitol Hill Meeting

Apr 25, 2018/News

WCPT is making a difference in the lives of people in need of rehabilitation in conflict-affected countries in Africa, thanks to an innovative program supported by the Leahy War Victims Fund, a special USAID program created by US Sen Patrick Leahy (VT) and funded by Congress.

North Carolina PTs Get Decisive Dry Needling Win

Mar 12, 2019/News

After a nearly 4-year battle, physical therapists (PTs) in North Carolina can finally claim victory in their fight to protect dry needling: last week, the state's acupuncture licensing board relented on its attempt to restrict the intervention, signing off on a settlement agreement in federal district

Coronavirus Update: May 8, 2020

May 8, 2020/News

Insurance premium rebates, cyberattacks related to COVID-19, resources from APTA components, and more.

PTJ Perspective: PT Education on Medical Marijuana Highly Recommended

Mar 7, 2017/News

A PTJ perspective argues that the growing prevalence of medical marijuana means PTs should be aware of the marijuana options available to their patients, potential benefits, and possible adverse effects.