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Jul 16, 2024/Podcast
A brief introduction from the president of the academy.
May 1, 2020/Test & Measure
Aug 23, 2017/Test & Measure
A 6 point Oxford scale (0=no contraction, 1=flicker, 2=weak, 3=moderate, 4=good (with lift), and 5=strong) used during internal examination to measure pelvic floor muscle strength in women. (4)
Sep 26, 2023/Podcast
Which areas of research are key to advancing the profession?
Jun 17, 2025/Article
The Big Picture of Aetna’s Policy Change In response to ongoing advocacy efforts by APTA, Aetna has updated its physical therapy policy to provide unrestricted direct access to physical therapist services. Effective June 17, Aetna will no longer require a referral or signed plan of care for physical
Apr 12, 2023/News
The physical therapy profession has evolved, and so has its foundational resource.
Jun 6, 2019/Test & Measure
Measures depression and suicidal ideation in elderly people.
Jul 27, 2012/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Describes APTA's position on referral to physical therapy.
Mar 1, 2018/Magazine
PTs Must Demonstrate Their Value
Feb 1, 2017/Column
The benefits of boxing to patients and a practitioner.
