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Conceptualizing Long COVID Disability: Similar to HIV-Related Disability?

Oct 1, 2021/News

While symptoms differ, both conditions share an ebb-and-flow disability pattern that deserves attention, say authors of a commentary.

Cigna Implements Outpatient Hospital Physical Therapy Site-of-Care Review

Oct 14, 2025/Article

Effective Oct. 1, Cigna Healthcare implemented a new site-of-care review process for outpatient hospital physical therapy and occupational therapy services.

Functional Independence Measure (FIM)

Oct 7, 2014/Test & Measure

Measures the level of a patient's disability and indicates how much assistance is required for the individual to carry out activities of daily living.

APTA President’s Note | The Road Ahead

May 1, 2025/Column

Learn how APTA President Kyle Covington is thinking boldly about the future and every member's role in evolving our profession.

Researcher Spotlight

Dec 1, 2024/Article

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

Researcher Spotlight

May 1, 2024/Column

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

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.

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,

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)

Congress Must Act on Telehealth Flexibility Before Provisions Expire

Nov 22, 2024/News

Without action, PTs and PTAs will no longer be eligible for the provisions that have allowed them to be paid for telehealth services.