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Coronavirus Update: May 17

May 17, 2023/Roundup

The pandemic's effect on the physical therapy profession, the post-PHE provider landscape, exercise effects on lingering symptoms, and more.

Big Win: CMS Extends Temporary Telehealth Use to All Facility-Based Settings

May 22, 2023/News

APTA pressed for the changes, which now allow PTs in SNFs, home health, and rehab agencies to continue providing telehealth under Medicare.

Subgroups for Targeted Treatment (STarT) Back Tool

Aug 31, 2017/Test & Measure

This is a 9-item measure used to identify subgroups of patients with low back pain in primary care settings based on various functional, psychosocial, and comorbid factors for subgrouping.

Action Research Arm Test (ARAT)

Oct 6, 2014/Test & Measure

Action Research Arm Test (ARAT)

Screen for Child Anxiety Related Disorders (SCARED)

Oct 5, 2023/Test & Measure

SCARED is a quick and easy screening tool that combines input from parents and children.

Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score for Joint Replacement (HOOS, JR)

May 16, 2019/Test & Measure

This is a patient-reported survey measuring overall hip health for individuals post total hip replacement (THR) by evaluating pain, function, and activities of daily living.

How to Improve Clinical Reasoning Skills

Jul 1, 2016/Feature

Clinical reasoning skills can be strengthened at any age and at any experience level. Here's advice for both the recent graduate and the experienced practitioner.

Defining Moment: Searching for Answers

May 1, 2024/Column

After a long search for a diagnosis, a PT moves toward recovery.

How the APTA Code of Ethics Helps PTs and PTAs Navigate Real-World Issues

Jun 1, 2026/Article

From interprofessional conflict to AI, explore three case studies that demonstrate how the Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession can guide ethical decision-making.

Study: Spinal Manipulation for LBP Optimized Via Multifidus Activating Exercises

Jan 8, 2021/Review

The study examines SMT as part of a multi-component treatment protocol — a better reflection of clinical practice, authors say.