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Aug 1, 2017/Feature
"Problem-solving is the beginning of invention," says Peter Pidcoe, PT, DPT, PhD, himself an inventor. Coming up with creative solutions to problems faced by patients is something physical therapists (PTs) do every day. Some PTs go a step further-taking what they see in practice and creating a new product
Jul 1, 2017/Feature
Many PTAs began their work lives in other occupations but have found a home in physical therapy. The reasons are many.
Health care professionals are assaulted on the job at a much higher rate than workers overall. Should PTs and PTAs be concerned about violence? When the threat is real, what can they do?
Awards
This award acknowledges an individual physical therapist who has made significant contributions to the literature in physical therapy or in other health care disciplines in the areas of theory, practice, foundational or clinical research, education, and administration.
Nov 4, 2022/CPG
Recommendations for primary care clinicians who are prescribing opioids for chronic pain outside of active cancer treatment, palliative care, and end-of-life care.
Sep 1, 2016/Feature
NEXT 2016 offered attendees a wide range of sessions, programs, and special events addressing their clinical, research, and educational interests. Here are a few highlights from the event in Nashville, Tennessee.
Aug 23, 2017/Test & Measure
It is completed by health care professionals and can be applied to any patient with a suspected DVT.
May 23, 2017/Test & Measure
Risk Assessment Prediction Tool (RAPT)
May 16, 2019/Test & Measure
PROMIS PF is used as an outcome in research on the effectiveness of interventions.
Medicare permits general supervision of physical therapist assistants by physical therapists in all settings — except for outpatient private practice under Part B, which requires direct supervision.
