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It's Your Turn

Jun 21, 2018/Perspective

I decided to focus all of my energy on school. And when I say “all,” I'm speaking literally.

Researchers: Physical Inactivity Impacts a Host of Noncommunicable Diseases

Apr 12, 2021/Review

A global study links significant percentages of dementia, depression, cancer, and stroke to insufficient PA.

Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29)

Jun 16, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures coordination, fatigue, flexibility, muscle performance, muscle tone/spasticity, balance/falls, reach and grasp, self-care, and health and wellness.

Internships at APTA

APTA's internships are designed to give Physical Therapy students and graduates experience with their professional association and are intended to benefit the intern as well as APTA.

Let's Make a Difference Together—It's Not Too Late

May 21, 2019/Perspective

It started at APTA's Annual Conference in Boston in 2005. I was walking back to the hotel with my colleague and fellow PTA Kerry Williams. We had a late dinner and decided to stop at a fast food restaurant for ice cream. That's when I saw a mother and her two kids, a brother and sister ages maybe 9 and

Relevant Reading: 2018's Top PT in Motion Magazine Stories

Dec 26, 2018/Roundup

Browse through a few issues of PT in Motion magazine, APTA's award-winning monthly member publication—whether it's an exploration of what PTs and PTAs need to know about medical marijuana or an investigation into working with particular populations such as combat athletes, articles are packed with information,

Researcher Spotlight

May 1, 2024/Column

Julie Fritz, PT, PhD, FAPTA, shares experiences translating research into practice and being a peer reviewer.

Researcher Spotlight

Dec 1, 2024/Article

Jim Gordon, PT, EdD, FAPTA, takes stock of his research journey and the challenges that remain.

Laycock Pelvic Floor Manual Muscle Test Scale

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)

APTA-Backed Bill Presses for Medicare Advantage Prior Authorization Reforms

May 17, 2021/News

The legislation would require MA plans to share data, provide transparency, create more efficient systems, and do a better job of listening.