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2-Minute Walk Test (2MWT)

Oct 19, 2014/Test & Measure

Measures endurance by assessing walking distance.

American Academy of Neurology and American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine: Evidence-Based Guideline Summary Diagnosis and Treatment of Limb-Girdle and Distal Dystrophies

Oct 14, 2014/CPG

Offers potential solutions to challenging coverage scenarios that result from incomplete or conflicting evidence on limb-girdle and distal dystrophies (LGMDs).

Neck Pain

Jun 26, 2024/Clinical Summary

PTs may perform an evaluation to develop an individualized treatment plan that addresses the patient's pain and activity limitations.

Early and Locally Advanced Breast Cancer: Diagnosis and Management [NG101]

Apr 5, 2023/CPG

This guideline provides recommendations related to the diagnosis and management of early and locally advanced breast cancer.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in Over 16s: Diagnosis and Management [NG115]

Jul 26, 2019/CPG

This guideline covers diagnosing and managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD (including emphysema and chronic bronchitis) in people aged 16 and older.

Movement System Diagnosis

May 22, 2024/Resource

APTA Board of Directors adopted a set of criteria to be used by any stakeholder groups developing diagnostic systems/labels as it applies to movement system diagnosis.

Cash-Based Practice

PTs are using a variety of cash-based practice models to meet their patients' needs.

Term and Title Protection Advocacy

Words matter. The use of "physical therapy," "physiotherapy," and the PT, DPT, and PTA titles should be restricted to qualified professionals.

APTA President's Podcast: Address to the 2022 APTA House of Delegates

Sep 14, 2022/Podcast

Hear what the APTA President had to say about where the profession is, and what it will take to pursue our full potential.

APTA-Supported Lymphedema Act Passes House

Nov 18, 2022/News

The legislation allowing Medicare to cover compression treatments now can be rolled into a larger package.