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Endorsement Of International Classification Of Functioning, Disability And Heath

Aug 7, 2012/Policies & Bylaws

House position: The American Physical Therapy Association endorses the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF).

Endorsement Of Efforts Addressing The Opioid Health Crisis

Sep 2, 2016/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Outlines endorsement of efforts addressing the opioid health crisis

Exclusive Use Or Use Of Multiple Biophysical Agents

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: The use of biophysical agents as a standalone intervention, or the use of multiple biophysical agents with a similar physiologic effect, is not considered physical therapy nor is it considered medically necessary without documentation that justifies the use of the biophysical agents for

Health Priorities For Populations And Individuals

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: APTA supports the following health priorities for populations and individuals in the areas of prevention, wellness, fitness, health promotion, and management of disease and disability.

Diabetic Foot Ulcer Beyond Wound Closure: Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG+)

Nov 22, 2024/CPG

CPG+ Appraisal Rating: 7 out of 7 (How was this rating made?)   Highlights Five recommendations support physical fitness for patients with diabetes with or without foot ulcers (Page 2, Table 1). Evidence and implementation strategies are identified under each recommendation. Recommended guidance on the

Timed Up and Go Test (TUG)

Nov 15, 2024/Test & Measure

This test measures functional assessment of mobility, balance, and fall risk.

Equitable And Inclusive Process of Licensure by Endorsement for an Internationally Educated Physical Therapist

Jul 22, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the association's position on equitable and inclusive processes for licensure by endorsement for an internationally educated physical therapist.

Ethical And Effective Integration of Artificial Intelligence Across Physical Therapist Practice, Education and Research

Sep 23, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the association's position on the ethical development and integration of artificial intelligence.