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Ordering of Diagnostic Imaging by Physical Therapists: A 5-Year Retrospective Practice Analysis

Jan 31, 2019/Resource

Researchers focused on 10 PTs who had imaging privileges. The results make a strong case for PTs as appropriate, judicious referrers.

Padua Prediction Score (PPS)

Nov 29, 2023/Test & Measure

A screening tool that measures the risk of venous thrombus embolism (VTE).

Compliance Matters: New CPT Evaluation Codes Offer Opportunities For PTs in 2017

Sep 1, 2016/Column

Changes will recognize levels of clinical complexity. Here's a preview.

Acute Care in Physical Therapy Resources for Educators

Use these resources to help your students expand their understanding of acute care in physical therapy.

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.

Zero Preventable Patient Harm

Aug 13, 2020/Policies & Bylaws

The American Physical Therapy Association supports efforts by physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to transform the delivery of health services and achieve the goal of zero preventable patient harm.

PTJ Author Interview With Shannon Richardson and Kimberly Varnado: Transitioning to Equitable Grading Practices

Oct 15, 2024/Podcast

Learn about what inspired two physical therapists transitions from traditional grading practices to equitable grading practices at the College of Saint Mary DPT program.

Aetna Updates Policy to Better Align With PT Practice and CPT Code Definitions

Nov 4, 2025/News

The win is a continuation of APTA’s efforts to promote the adoption of payer policies that are favorable to the profession and patients.   

In the Rough

Mar 1, 2020/Column

A PT-patient relationship built on golf goes off course.

Coronavirus Update: Aug. 11

Aug 11, 2021/Roundup

APTA joint statement, a jump in pediatric cases, "persistent cognitive deficits," and more.