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The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in the Media, July 2021

Jul 14, 2021/Roundup

APTA members and the profession in the media, July 2021 edition.

Lumbar Active Range of Motion

Aug 30, 2017/Test & Measure

Measures amount of active lumbar flexion, extension, and lateral flexion motion measured using an inclinometer.

From PT in Motion Magazine: Social Determinants of Health

Jul 3, 2019/News

Health care is one thing. But the context of that care, the constellation of factors that can affect health for individuals and entire communities? That's something else entirely—and physical therapists (PTs), physical therapist assistants (PTAs), and physical therapy education programs are engaged.

When Life Throws You Curves

Apr 1, 2020/Column

A PT with scoliosis helps others with the condition.

Arc Sign

Nov 30, 2017/Test & Measure

This can be used on anyone with suspected Achilles tendinopathy.

High Tech May See Wide Release, but PTs Remain Feature Attraction

Nov 28, 2017/News

APTA says there needs to be a real, live PT involved to evaluate patients and help them get the most benefit from any technology.

Collaborative Stop the Cap Efforts from APTA, AOTA, ASHA Receive National Award

Jun 15, 2018/News

ASAE announced that APTA, AOTA, and ASHA were the joint winners of a 2018 Power of A Gold Award for their combined "Stop the Cap" efforts.

NYT Article Questions Arthroscopic Surgery, Acid Injections for Knee Pain

Jul 5, 2017/News

Brody compares her results with a friend who opted for physical therapy and is now pain-free.

Physical Therapy in the News: October 2025

Nov 4, 2025/Article

"Physical Therapy in the News" is a monthly series that highlights recent media coverage of the profession and APTA members, with an emphasis on stories of how PTs and PTAs are transforming health care and society.

Physical Therapy for People With Autism

Jul 1, 2018/Feature

PTs explain why their role-nonexistent not so long ago- is vitally important today.