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Aug 19, 2025/Position Paper
The American Physical Therapy Association strongly supports the SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act (H.R. 3183 / S. 668). This legislation would establish an Office of Falls Prevention within the Veterans Health Administration, tasked with preemptively identifying and treating veterans at risk of falling. The
The movement system is the integration of body systems that generate and maintain movement at all levels of bodily function.
Oct 1, 2026/Column
A short walk with a patient in a skilled nursing facility taught this PT that recovery is about more than simple movement.
Feb 12, 2021/Review
Researchers say large pockets of patients are simply opting out from care — with care for MSK conditions high on the list.
Individuals with LEP can include those with sensory impairments, who are Deaf or hard of hearing and communicate using ASL, have speech impairments, or who are blind or have visual impairments.
Patients shouldn't have to have their care interrupted, and PTs shouldn't be forced to suspend services during temporary absences.
Nov 17, 2021/Open Access
Whether it's self-care or work-life balance, everyone's talking about stress reduction. And as a physical therapist, you have the added pressure of being a caregiver on top of your regular life.
Jun 12, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures aerobic capacity; gait.
Dec 18, 2023/Review
A survey of 975 PTs and PTAs in Texas reveals potential insights into productivity requirements and other factors tied to work engagement.
Mar 20, 2023/Roundup
PTs and PTAs have an important role to play. Here's how you can learn, explore, and connect during Brain Injury Awareness Month.
