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Jun 3, 2020/Author
Eric Ries is the former associate editor of APTA Magazine at APTA. He retired from his position in 2020. Before joining the association in 2000, he was a writer/editor at the Association for Career and Technical Education. Earlier he held a similar position at Goodwill Industries International, and for
The premier program for PTAs to increase their knowledge and skill in a specific practice area and to recognize the PTA for their advanced proficiency in one or more areas of practice.
Oct 22, 2014/Test & Measure
Measures presence of lumbar vertebral fracture.
Sep 30, 2023/CPG
Sep 23, 2024/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Physical therapists possess clinical expertise in the prevention and management of common health conditions seen in primary care settings.
Jan 1, 2026/Article
APTA has developed this Disciplinary Action Procedural Document to establish principles to guide the Ethics and Judicial Committee and Board of Directors in processing complaints against a member of APTA.
Apr 1, 2020/Feature
Stepping out from full-time practice looks different from how it once did. The options during and after a hiatus vary for PTs and PTAs.
Oct 1, 2016/Column
Should a physical therapist tell a patient that she is terminally ill?
Aug 1, 2022/Feature
For some physical therapists, the best way to influence clinical practice might be to leave it.
Jun 1, 2020/Feature
How can PTs apply change theory and change behavior to patients and clients to help improve outcomes?