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Study: Even in After-Hours Settings, Seeing a PT First for MSK Conditions in the Emergency Department Saves Time, Reduces Opioid Prescri...

Mar 11, 2020/Review

Primary contact was with a PT in the ED leads to fewer orthopedic referrals and opioid prescriptions.

House, Senate Legislation Could Lead to Major PT Telehealth Opportunities in Medicare

Nov 1, 2019/News

Companion bills in the US Senate and House of Representatives could open the doors to wider use of telehealth in Medicare,

Working on Well-Being: Strategies To Reduce Stress and Improve Performance

Physical therapy is a demanding profession, both physically and mentally. This is one of four courses targeted at well-being for the PT and PTA. In this course, instructors give you an overview of well-being, mindfulness, and self-compassion, and offer practical ways to incorporate these strategies into

Defining Moment: Opening a New Door

Dec 8, 2023/Podcast

Taking a teaching job proved to be perfect for this physical therapist.

APTA, AOTA, ASHA Joint Statement on Habilitation and Rehabilitation Benefit Design

Feb 10, 2021/Resource

APTA, AOTA, and ASHA developed a resource for public and private insurers, employers, and consumers to evaluate the appropriateness of rehabilitation and habilitation benefit design.

Acute Coronary Syndromes [NICE NG185]

Nov 18, 2020/CPG

Recommendations on how to improve survival and quality of life for people who have a heart attack or unstable angina.

Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism in Individuals With Spinal Cord Injury (3rd Edition)

Jun 1, 2016/CPG

Examines changes to the cardiovascular and coagulation system caused by acute spinal cord injury (SCI) and provides recommendations for preventative measures.

Spondyloarthritis in Over 16s: Diagnosis and Management [NICE NG65]

Jun 2, 2017/CPG

Guideline covers diagnosing and managing spondyloarthritis for those 16 years or older and provides advice on what action to take when people with signs and symptoms first present in healthcare settings.

Sharon Dunn, PT, PhD

Jun 7, 2020/Author

Sharon Dunn, PT, PhD, was APTA President for two terms, from June 2015 through December 2021. She is a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopaedic physical therapy. Dunn is dean of the School of Allied Health Professions and an associate professor of rehabilitation sciences at Louisiana State

Cumulative Trauma Conditions Medical Treatment Guidelines

Mar 2, 2017/CPG

Guidelines for physicians/providers treating individuals qualifying under Colorado’s Workers’ Compensation Act as injured workers with cumulative trauma conditions.