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Dec 9, 2020/News
Register early for the nation's largest physical therapy conference (virtual this year), and get in on all the perks.
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
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
May 13, 2022/Perspective
Why are so many in the physical therapy community so quick to put everything else above their own personal needs?
Aug 15, 2022/Report
Our latest report highlights strengths, opportunities, and challenges for the profession.
Oct 1, 2018/Feature
Every state has much to offer physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. It may be quality of life. Employment opportunities. Regulatory and business friendliness. Or any of dozens of other features. Where you decide to practice depends on which factors mean the most to you. Here is PT in
Jun 14, 2021/Podcast
Dr. Jette and the author discuss a range of issues, from the relationship and professional boundaries between physical therapists and dieticians, to practical recommendations for identifying and understanding the behaviors, socioeconomic determinants, and environmental factors that can affect access
Oct 24, 2017/News
The association has been active in responding to opioid abuse since 2015.
Sep 10, 2018/Review
There's more work to be done to improve care in the wake of the 2013 Jimmo v Sebelius settlement.
Mar 11, 2020/Review
Primary contact was with a PT in the ED leads to fewer orthopedic referrals and opioid prescriptions.