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Feb 1, 2006/Resource
The Realm-Individual Process-Situation model of ethical decision-making — often called the RIPS model — was developed to address the various influences on the clinician's decisions.
The observation log is a valuable tool for physical therapy students to document their hands-on experiences and reflections in various clinical settings.
Aug 5, 2020/Podcast
T.J. Cantwell of FSBPT answers some common questions about the PT Compact, including requirements for eligibility, what happens if you move, and much more.
May 16, 2022/Perspective
Advocacy for Medicaid is different than Medicare advocacy. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
Apr 27, 2020/Open Access
Workers' compensation is an important benefit that can be a lifeline for an injured employee. PTs and PTAs often have important roles to play in providing care under the program; but like any other payment system, it's important to understand how it works.
Nov 15, 2022/News
Don't miss this chance to party with friends, help support diversity in the profession, and get your Maverick on.
Oct 26, 2022/News
The crossover into a new year could have implications on allowances for virtual supervision of PTAs and telehealth.
Jun 24, 2024/News
Early bird deadlines begin July 1 and offer additional savings.
Dec 3, 2025/Article
"Physical Therapy in the News" is a monthly series that highlights recent media coverage of the profession and APTA members.
Dec 10, 2025/Report
This report from APTA provides a snapshot of the demographic makeup of the physical therapy workforce. It uses data from APTA's 2025 Physical Therapy Profile Survey, along with data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, and various other sources to describe
