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The Shift Toward Value-Based Payment

Oct 1, 2017/Column

For PTs, now is the time to prepare.

Preparing for Old(er) Age

Feb 1, 2017/Feature

While it's never too late to help older adults enjoy healthy and active lives, it's a lot easier if you start helping them prepare during their younger years.

About the National Physical Therapy Examination

The NPTE is administered by FSBPT. You must pass the NPTE if you are seeking to become a licensed PT or PTA in the United States.

Functional Reach Test for Parkinson Disease (PD)

Mar 14, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures maximum distance an individual can reach forward while standing in a fixed position; used to assess stability.

APTA: Physical Therapist Management of Parkinson Disease Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG+)

Apr 1, 2022/CPG

Related Resources PT Management of Parkinson Disease: Resources Click on the 3-dot link at right Pocket Guide  Podcast: Parkinson CPG Knowledge Translation Translations: Chinese, Greek See supplementary data section CPG+ Appraisal Rating 6 out of 7 (How was this rating made?)  Highlights This CPG provides

APTA Anxiety Screening Practice Advisory Updated

Jul 5, 2023/News

The USPSTF finalized guidance on screening patients for anxiety. APTA's members-only practice advisory can help you understand your role.

World Physiotherapy Selects Mexico to Host 2027 Congress

May 22, 2024/News

The 21st congress will be the first time the event takes place in WP's South American region.

Updated UHC Language Confirms Policy Change on Documenting Treatment Time

Jul 31, 2024/News

The latest update comes after clarifications the insurer released last year following a set of initially burdensome policy expansions.

Three Takeaways From the BCBSA Antitrust Settlement

Oct 21, 2024/News

The $2.8 billion record payment is only part of the news; company-wide changes to all the Blue plans will benefit providers, including PTs.

Deadline Approaches for Foundation for Physical Therapy Research Grants

Jul 12, 2024/News

Those applying for Foundation grants need to send submissions by July 31.