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May 1, 2019/Feature
PTs and PTAs are using singing, dancing, and even magic to help improve patient outcomes.
Half a century ago, the first physical therapist assistants (PTAs) entered the workforce. Their roles, numbers, and participation within APTA have grown steadily. (This article is updated from an earlier story published in a 2004 issue of APTA's PT: Magazine of Physical Therapy that celebrated the 35th
Nov 1, 2019/Feature
In 1991, Kimberly Steinbarger, PT, MHS, had a minor injury that did not heal as expected. She had jammed her finger in a door and, 2 weeks later, found it odd that the swelling had not subsided. Making matters more alarming, one morning she noticed that the same finger on her other hand had swelled up.
Strategies for treating pain are evolving-and physical therapists are helping to lead the way.
May 1, 2019/Column
Here's what's true about the Patient-Driven Groupings Model-and what's not.
Apr 1, 2019/Column
What's a little return-to-play decision among friends?
It can pay to get "on track."
Lower the threat level! Much is at stake.
Jun 1, 2020/Column
For PTs and PTAs, the two never have been more closely intertwined.
Apr 1, 2020/Magazine
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