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Nov 1, 2020/Feature
What's holding women back in a field they numerically dominate? A look at causes, needs, approaches, and the path forward.
Apr 1, 2026/Article
How APTA and its members are working to advance physical therapists as entry-point providers.
Jan 25, 2015/Test & Measure
Measures muscle tone/spasticity.
Visual Analog Scale – Fatigue (VAS-F) for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
May 3, 2022/Test & Measure
The OMNI Picture System is a collection of category scales used for rating of perceived exertion (RPE).
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.
Jun 29, 2026/Report (Open Access)
The "APTA State of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy" report was developed through a collaboration between APTA and APTA Pelvic Health. This report draws on existing literature as well as findings from a national survey of pelvic health physical therapy providers to provide a snapshot of the field. This
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.
Jul 1, 2022/Column
A former newscaster trades the thrill of chasing down a story for the higher satisfaction of improving patients' lives.
