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Apr 1, 2021/CPG
This guideline describes the critical decision points in the management of COPD and provides clear and comprehensive evidence based recommendations.
Aug 22, 2022/CPG
This updated guideline from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) addresses the management of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries of the knee for both skeletally immature and skeletally mature patients. A patient-friendly summary and educational materials for clinicians are also
Mar 15, 2022/CPG
This comprehensive guideline, sponsored by the Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association, includes a section on physical therapy management as well as general considerations.
Jul 1, 2017/Feature
The mechanisms of pain are both physical and psychological. Here's what PTs and PTAs need to know in order to gauge treatment strategies.
May 9, 2023/Review
A review found six models that showed acceptable standards. Researchers also identified a lack of consistency in validation methods.
May 21, 2013/Test & Measure
Stroke Impact Scale (SIS)
Nov 19, 2025/Test & Measure
Measures three domains related to sexual functioning as well as an overall sexual function score.
Jun 28, 2023/News
Along with APTA Private Practice, the associations have a plan for reform that could dramatically alter the Medicare payment landscape.
Nov 30, 2017/Test & Measure
Measures the concept of playfulness by assessing four elements considered to contribute to the construct of playfulness.
Oct 1, 2018/Column
The value of taking a tip from brain science.