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2017's Top Stories From PT in Motion News

Jan 1, 2018/Roundup

The past year was another eventful one for the physical therapy profession, and with more than 270 stories posted during 2017, readers of PT in Motion News were able to keep up with a wide range of developments, from payment to research to new APTA offerings. Here are 7 of the most-read stories from

Study: Prevalence of Knee OA Today Twice What It Was 75 Years Ago

Aug 15, 2017/News

Knee OA has more than doubled among Americans since 1940, say researchers, and the increase can't be explained by longer lifespans or a higher prevalence of obesity. The real culprit could be physical inactivity.

APTA-endorsed Legislation Allowing Physical Therapists to Opt Out Under Medicare Introduced in Congress

Jul 1, 2025/News

Legislation was introduced in Congress this week to allow physical therapists to “opt out” of the Medicare program, making it easier for seniors to see the physical therapist of their choice. The Medicare Patient Choice Act (H.R. 4204), sponsored by Reps. Lloyd Smucker, R-Pa., and Don Davis, D-N.C.,

Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA)

Jun 15, 2022/Test & Measure

The MNA is a 6-item screening tool used to identify risk of malnutrition among older adults (aged 65+).

APTA Suggests: More on the Review Choice Demonstration

May 24, 2020/Article

We’ve rounded up helpful resources on Review Choice Demonstration.

Planning for the Future of Clinical Education

Jun 1, 2019/Feature

APTA, the Academy of Physical Therapy Education, and the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy are collaborating through the Educational Leadership Partnership to reshape physical therapy clinical education.

I Am Not a Leader: A Case of Mistaken Identity

Oct 9, 2019/Perspective

I learned that leadership is much more than a position or title.

Improve Your Lower Extremity Soft Tissue Mobility

Oct 13, 2021/Video

Your time is valuable. Five minutes and a ball are a good place to start to address soft tissue mobility. Joe Holder, University of Penn grad, Nike master trainer, wellness coach, and Hyperice athlete, will take you through a guided lower extremity soft tissue maintenance routine you can do almost anywhere.

'It's not about having this 25-point plan.' Four PTs share advice for new grads

Aug 1, 2023/Podcast

Tips on finding mentors, negotiating contracts, and more.

2023 John H.P. Maley Lecture

Aug 11, 2023/Video

Discover the pressing need for translating research findings into practical clinical applications within the field of physical therapy.