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Hip Outcome Score (HOS)

Oct 9, 2024/Test & Measure

The Hip Outcome Score (HOS) assesses self-reported functional status of those with musculoskeletal hip disorders.

Let's #FightTheCut: Join Our Sept. 1 Virtual Rally

Aug 20, 2021/News

Physical therapy is once again facing payment cuts under Medicare. We must fight — and we need your voice.

Impact of Student Debt on the Physical Therapy Profession

Jun 1, 2020/Report

The report includes recommendations, as well as a summary of actions APTA has been taking to address the problem.

Consensus Statement on Clinical Judgement in Health Care Settings

Nov 1, 2022/Resource

In 2014, APTA, the American Occupational Therapy Association, and the American Speech-Language-hearing Association issued a statement emphasizing the important role clinical judgment plays in ethical service delivery.

CMS Releases 2026 Medicare Advantage Proposed Rule

Jan 24, 2025/News

Increased transparency and clarity around coverage criteria are intended to improve protections for MA beneficiaries.

10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) for Parkinson Disease (PD)

Apr 29, 2013/Test & Measure

10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) (also known as "Gait Speed") for Parkinson Disease

Sitting Balance Scale (SBS)

Jun 16, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures various functional abilities related to sitting balance.

Researcher Spotlight

Apr 1, 2024/Column

Beth Smith, PT, DPT, PhD, uses sensors to study infant movement patterns, which can help inform early interventions.

Physical Therapy School During a Pandemic: Three Tips for Greater Resilience

Apr 23, 2021/Perspective

It’s easy to let our minds harbor doubt and uncertainty, But we can be stronger than any doubt.

Treating Patients With Autoimmune Conditions

Nov 1, 2019/Feature

In 1991, Kimberly Steinbarger, PT, MHS, had a minor injury that did not heal as expected. She had jammed her finger in a door and, 2 weeks later, found it odd that the swelling had not subsided. Making matters more alarming, one morning she noticed that the same finger on her other hand had swelled up.