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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
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.
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.
Jun 1, 2020/Feature
Artificial intelligence offers many benefits to health care professionals - and likely will be a key component of future practice - but it's not without its drawbacks.
Sep 1, 2020/CPG
This guideline is intended to be used by qualified and appropriately trained PTs involved in the management of patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.
Sep 1, 2022/Column
A patient's permanent reminder of her PT's instruction left an indelible mark on both of them.
May 19, 2021/Roundup
Members and the profession in the media, May 2021 edition.
Mar 12, 2024/News
The bipartisan House bill would explicitly refer to PT falls-related services in Medicare's "welcome" visit and annual wellness checks.
May 5, 2025/Article
From human performance teams to primary care PTs, discover six powerful stories showcasing the intersection of physical therapy and the armed forces.
Nov 13, 2025/News
In the summer of 2023, I had the pleasure of serving as an usher at the APTA House of Delegates. One of the most fascinating parts of the experience was getting to see firsthand the process through which the delegates develop and debate policies that shape our profession. The experience sparked in me