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Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS)

Jun 14, 2017/Test & Measure

Assesses the extent of catastrophic thinking due to low back pain according to three components: rumination, magnification, and helplessness.

Social Responsibility Finds a Home in the House

Feb 1, 2020/Feature

The APTA House of Delegates increasingly is taking stances on societal matters. But members of the policymaking body still are getting comfortable with when to do so.

The Consumer Awareness Campaign for the Profession's Future

Feb 1, 2026/Feature

Backed by fresh consumer data, PT For Future Me provides members with tools to elevate awareness, access, and demand for care.

Defining Moment | The Patient You Dread

Feb 1, 2026/Column

What one difficult patient taught a physical therapist about bias, burnout, and the human side of effective care.

Rude Welcome

Nov 1, 2015/Column

This PT should seek treatment for a cold shoulder. The last of 3 scenarios on the various faces of bullying and their ethical ramifications.

Unsolicited Advice or Needed Input?

Feb 1, 2019/Column

A godmother debates whether to weigh in.

CSM 2015 Highlights

Apr 1, 2015/Feature

CSM 2015 was one of APTA's largest ever, with approximately 9,000 attendees, speakers, and guests. If you were there, here's a recap. If you weren't there, here's a sampling of what you missed.

Position Paper: The Prevent Interruptions In Physical Therapy Act

Jul 1, 2025/Position Paper

Using these arrangements, providers are able to ensure that their patient care does not lapse and that appointments are not missed at the same clinic.

Physical Therapists as Entry-Point Providers

Jul 22, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the association's position on physical therapists as entry-point providers.

Student Focus: Acute Care

Jul 1, 2024/Column

Karli Fosco, PT, DPT, then a third-year SPT at Ithaca College, interviewed Traci Norris, PT, DPT.