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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
Oct 23, 2019/News
Need a quick, big-picture take on how Medicare payment works in various settings? The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) offers an updated resource that can help. Now available for free download: MedPAC's latest version of "Payment Basics," a series of informational sheets that describe the
Dec 4, 2024/News
New recommendations for managing adults with diabetes are introduced in Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology & Wound Management's new CPG.
Oct 1, 2020/Column
Important information for PTs and PTAs serving service members, veterans, and their families.
Jul 16, 2019/News
APTA once again received national honors from the American Society of Association Executives.
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.
Jan 27, 2020/News
One way PTs and PTAs can contribute to public health is by having the medication naloxone available in case of an overdose.
Jul 1, 2021/Column
Every patient is a one in a million.
Sep 14, 2022/News
A bipartisan bill would provide money to offset anticipated 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule payment cuts.