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Research Roundup Underscores 'Go4Life' Healthy Aging Message

Sep 24, 2018/Roundup

Go4Life is an ongoing effort to connect the public and health care providers with information and resources related to healthy aging.

APTA Offers Help With Payment Denials

Jul 25, 2018/News

Now available to APTA members: customizable template letters that help make the case for payment. The letters target 3 types of denials.

The 5 Ws and an H on Residencies

Nov 26, 2018/Perspective

Most residents begin within three years of graduation. Some clinicians pursue residency after being in practice for 10+ years. There is no right or wrong answer here.

Ankle Plantar-Flexor Endurance (Toe Raise) – Achilles Tendinitis

May 30, 2017/Test & Measure

Measures plantar-flexor endurance in weight bearing; also shown to be reliable and valid for examination of lower leg function in patients with Achilles tendinopathy.

Sensory Impairment Linked to Function Deficits, Earlier Mortality in Adults 70+

Feb 21, 2024/Review

Authors of a study of 1,800 older adults say their findings point to the need for sensory screenings to lower risk of functional decline.

APTA, ASHA, AOTA to Congress: Let's Take on the Fee Schedule — Here's How

Jun 28, 2023/News

Along with APTA Private Practice, the associations have a plan for reform that could dramatically alter the Medicare payment landscape.

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

Oct 24, 2011/Clinical Summary

PTs confirm a diagnosis of BPPV by observation of nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) when the patient is placed in a position that provokes symptoms.

Researcher Spotlight | Mid-Career Perspectives and Advice from Physical Therapy Researchers

Aug 1, 2025/Article

They asked tough clinical questions — and built research careers to answer them. Two mid-career physical therapist scientists share their advice.

Quick Guide to Using E-Visits by PTs

Jan 1, 2021/Article

As of Jan. 1, 2021, CMS permanently allows PTs in private practice and facility-based settings to render e-visits (CPT codes 98970-98972) under Medicare.

Comprehensive High-Level Activity Mobility Predictor (CHAMP)

Jan 7, 2016/Test & Measure

Measures high-level mobility in people with lower limb loss.