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Oct 26, 2022/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Physical therapist practice and the practice of physical therapy are synonymous. Both phrases are inclusive of patient and client management, and direction and supervision. Direction and supervision apply to the physical therapist assistant, who is the only individual who assists a physical
Mar 13, 2023/Roundup
We've updated an APTA practice resource, advocated for continued patient access, and alerted MACs to denials they're making in error.
Dec 15, 2014/CPG
This guideline addresses the potential benefits of physical therapy interventions for individuals with intensive-care unit-acquired weakness (ICUAW).
Jun 30, 2021/Podcast
This PT encourages others in the profession to expand the bounds of what PTs can be.
Aug 12, 2020/News
ABPTS is extending application deadlines and offering payment options for PTs interested in pursuing board certification.
Dec 30, 2022/Test & Measure
The EuroQol 5 Dimension 5 Level (EQ-5D-5L) is a self-report survey that measures quality of life across 5 domains: mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression. Each dimension is scored on a 5-level severity ranking that ranges from "no problems" through "extreme
Jul 14, 2021/News
More students than ever, from more diverse backgrounds than ever, are learning why becoming a PT or PTA might be right for them.
May 9, 2023/Review
A review found six models that showed acceptable standards. Researchers also identified a lack of consistency in validation methods.
Feb 25, 2025/Podcast
Steven George, PT, PhD, FAPTA, talks with Nicole Tombers, PT, DPT, about her recently published article.
Mar 19, 2021/Perspective
We asked seven APTA members about the women who inspired them in their chosen profession, and how they in turn hope to impact the future of physical therapy. Here's what they had to say.