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Don't Miss Out: 4 Events at NEXT You Have to See for Yourself

May 30, 2018/News

With APTA's 2018 NEXT Conference and Exposition now less than a month away, it's time to start making the tough decisions.

Experts: It's Time to Act on the Evidence for Low Back Pain

Mar 30, 2018/News

The problem, according to the authors of a series of Lancet articles is that despite the evidence, many providers still recommend rest and time off work for LBP, and the use of drugs and surgery is more prevalent than it should be.

Study: Falls Among US Adults 65 and Older Cost $50 Billion in 2015

Mar 9, 2018/Review

The US health care system spent an estimated $50 billion on falls in 2015 -- 6% of all Medicare payments and 8% of all Medicaid payments.

Upcoming Issue of PTJ Focuses on Building the Evidence Base for Physical Therapy in Pain Management

Mar 30, 2018/News

Guest co-editors Steven George, PT, PhD, FAPTA, and Arlene Greenspan, PT, MPH, DrPH, describe the upcoming issue as "a good indication of the current state and possible future" of nonpharmacological approaches to pain.

As APTA's Financial Solutions Center Marks 1 Year, Student Debt Looms Large in the News

Apr 10, 2018/News

The challenges associated with college costs, student debt, and postgraduation financial management continue to make headlines, with very little progress being made in identifying ways to curb what seems to be a growing—and worsening—issue.

From PT in Motion: PT 'Boomers' Offer Advice on Life in the Clinic and Beyond

Mar 6, 2018/News

This month's PT in Motion magazine includes “Career Transitioning Advice for Aging PTs,” an exploration of how long-time clinicians are adjusting their routines or transitioning to new career paths, and the life circumstances that led them in that direction.

Study: Primary Care Physician PT Referral Rates Dropped 50% Between 2003 and 2014

Apr 13, 2018/Review

Physician referral to physical therapy declined between 2003 and 2014, while referral to specialist physicians increased.

PTs Honored for International Volunteer Efforts

Apr 9, 2018/News

Two PTs are among the volunteers who have been honored for their efforts to strengthen the health care workforce in some of the world's most in-need places.

2018 APTA State Legislative Leadership Award Nominations Open

Apr 2, 2018/News

APTA is calling on components to submit their nominations for the 2018 State Legislative Leadership Award, the annual association recognition of an individual member who has provided outstanding service and leadership on behalf of a component's legislative efforts.

2018 Candidate Information, Statements Posted

Mar 26, 2018/News

Additional information on candidates for APTA national office is now posted on the APTA website. New resources include candidate statements and biographical information.

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Physical Therapist Examination, Evaluation, and Intervention for a Patient With West Nile Virus Paralysis

May 31, 2006/research-article

Abstract

Background and Purpose. The incidence of West

Books, Software, and Videotapes Received

May 31, 2006/research-article

Time Dependency of Walking Classification in Stroke

Apr 30, 2006/Research Reports

Abstract

Background and Purpose. To facilitate optimal

Timed “Up & Go” Test: Reliability in Older People Dependent in Activities of Daily Living— Focus on Cognitive State

Apr 30, 2006/Research Reports

Abstract

Background and Purpose. It is unknown how cognitive

Electromyographic Analysis of Traditional and Nontraditional Abdominal Exercises: Implications for Rehabilitation and Training

Apr 30, 2006/Research Reports

Abstract

Background and Purpose. Performing nontraditional

A Systematic Review of the Effectiveness of Physical Therapy Interventions for Temporomandibular Disorders

Apr 30, 2006/Research Reports

Abstract

Background and Purpose. The purpose of this

News from Foundation for Physical Therapy

Apr 30, 2006/Foundation for Physical Therapy

Effect of Therapeutic Exercise on Gait Speed in Community-Dwelling Elderly People: A Meta-analysis

Mar 31, 2006/Research Reports

Abstract

Background and Purpose. Inconsistent research

Resting Position Variables at the Shoulder: Evidence to Support a Posture-Impairment Association

Mar 31, 2006/Research Reports

Abstract

Background and Purpose.A relationship between