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Prior Authorization Comment Letters From APTA Members, Part 1

Feb 22, 2023/Article

We're sharing real-world examples of what makes for a great comment letter. This installment: a pediatric PT's perspective.

Adapted Boxing Provides Innovative Treatment for PD

Aug 17, 2022/Perspective

Boxing's intensity, trunk rotation, footwork, and mobility work together to address the symptoms of Parkinson disease — and then there’s the swagger.

Survey: PTs, Ortho Surgeons Have Different Takes on Rehab After LE Fracture

Jun 7, 2022/Review

The providers agree on a range of issues, but PTs make pain a higher priority when thinking about visit frequency.

Patience and Clients

Dec 1, 2016/Column

The importance of getting real while staying positive.

Why PTCAS?

PTCAS offers a single, efficient process for applicants to apply to multiple programs with one, web-based application. Additionally PTCAS provides interview and assessment services, criminal background checks and analytics.

Letter From President Dunn on COVID-19 Impact

Mar 20, 2020/Statement

We are going through this together, day by day, doing our best to make a positive impact on society in a moment in time when there are no easy solutions.

Canadian Guideline for Parkinson Disease

Sep 9, 2019/CPG

Patients in the early stages of Parkinson’s disease should be referred to a physical therapist who has experience with the disease for assessment, education, and advice for physical activity. Also, physical therapy specific to Parkinson’s disease should be given to patients who experience balance and

Respiratory Management of Patients With Neuromuscular Weakness

Mar 13, 2023/CPG

This joint guideline by the American College of Chest Physicians and Canadian Thoracic Society covers the prevention of acute exacerbations experienced by patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder. See recommendations 4 and 5 for information on pulmonary rehabilitation.

Keeping Pain Out of the Red Zone

Jul 1, 2017/Feature

The mechanisms of pain are both physical and psychological. Here's what PTs and PTAs need to know in order to gauge treatment strategies.

Planning for the Future of Clinical Education

Jun 1, 2019/Feature

APTA, the Academy of Physical Therapy Education, and the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy are collaborating through the Educational Leadership Partnership to reshape physical therapy clinical education.