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A Physical Therapist by Any Other Name

Sep 1, 2021/Column

A physical therapist known to two kids only as "the Exercise Lady" helped both them and their family in a time of need.

DEI Discussions: Pipelines to PT – APTA Live

Sep 23, 2020/Podcast

The second installment of our DEI Discussions series focuses on the student pipeline and equity.

The Prudence of Protocols

Apr 1, 2019/Column

What's a little return-to-play decision among friends?

In Praise of Low-Tech Tools

Aug 1, 2019/Feature

In an increasingly technological age, mainstay items of physical therapy such as exercise balls, foam rollers, and elastic resistance bands retain their therapeutic value-and will continue to do so, these PTs say.

Changing Direction: Creating a New Path for Your Career

Feb 9, 2021/Podcast

Learn from PTAs who have taken the lead on navigating through their careers and finding rewarding pathways to professional success.

Statehouse Roundup: Hot Advocacy Issues at the State Level

Jan 26, 2022/Podcast

Topics covered include direct access, the physical therapy compact, telehealth, and more.

Air Support

Dec 1, 2015/Column

Helping a patient get a running start on his life goals.

CMS Wants Your Feedback: Help Lock In Two Key Wins for the Profession

Aug 30, 2024/News

APTA resources help you easily share comments on the proposed fee schedule and policies relating to PTA supervision and plan of care rules.

Elderly Mobility Scale (EMS)

Jun 18, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures mobility, particularly in frail elderly people.

Upper Extremity Functional Scale (UEFS)

Aug 22, 2017/Test & Measure

This is an eight-item scale that examines a person’s level of function when performing activities that are related to Upper Extremity Disorders.