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Viewpoints: August 2023

Aug 1, 2023/Column

Finding purpose in physical therapy, talking about power imbalances, soccer PTs, and more.

Cultural Competence Resources: Older Adult Patients and Clients

Nov 12, 2020/Resource

Older adults deserve care based on clinical need without the interference of ageism.

From PTJ: Pulmonary Rehab for COPD — Keeping It Simple Works

May 30, 2023/Review

Researchers found that approaches such as walking and resistance bands fared as well as those involving gyms and exercise machines.

Study: Maintaining High PA Levels Over Time Slows PD-Related Functional Declines

Jan 26, 2022/Review

The analysis echoes recommendations in a new CPG from APTA on PT management of PD.

The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in Local News, January 2018

Jan 17, 2018/News

"The Good Stuff" is an occasional series that highlights recent, mostly local media coverage of physical therapy and APTA members, with an emphasis on good news and stories of how individual PTs and PTAs are transforming health care and society every day.

Transformative Dialogues: The Use of Motivational Interviewing in Physical Therapy

Jul 11, 2018/Perspective

Patient-centered care is the hallmark of physical therapist practice. Individualized patient and client assessment helps us tailor treatment to support effective self-management and optimal independence. PTs and physical therapist assistants often underestimate the powerful impact of our patient relationships;

Faster Therapy Start Decreases Risk for Future Opioid Use in Knee OA Patients

Aug 7, 2023/Review

Researchers found delayed treatment increased risks that ranged from 25% to 150% depending on timing of the first visit.

Study: Some Changes in Care Occurred After Jimmo Settlement

Sep 10, 2018/Review

There's more work to be done to improve care in the wake of the 2013 Jimmo v Sebelius settlement.

APTA American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy

Jan 1, 2020/Website

The academy’s mission is to promote excellence in sports physical therapy practice, research, education, and professional development.

Remote Therapeutic Monitoring: APTA Updates

Mar 13, 2023/Roundup

We've updated an APTA practice resource, advocated for continued patient access, and alerted MACs to denials they're making in error.