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From PTJ: For Patients With Nontraumatic Knee Pain, Early Rehabilitation Lowers Odds of Later Use of Opioids, Injections, Knee Surgery

Jul 11, 2017/News

When it comes to rehabilitation of individuals with nontraumatic knee pain, authors of a new study concluded that it really is a case of "the sooner the better"β€”at least when it comes to reducing use of drugs, injection therapies, and surgeries later on.

Working With Combat Athletes

Apr 1, 2018/Feature

Sports that involve fighting are among the most challenging and stressful-not to mention dangerous-competitions. PTs who work with these athletes need to be on top of their own games.

Inventional Thinking

Aug 1, 2017/Feature

"Problem-solving is the beginning of invention," says Peter Pidcoe, PT, DPT, PhD, himself an inventor. Coming up with creative solutions to problems faced by patients is something physical therapists (PTs) do every day. Some PTs go a step further-taking what they see in practice and creating a new product

When the Workplace Turns Violent

Jul 1, 2017/Feature

Health care professionals are assaulted on the job at a much higher rate than workers overall. Should PTs and PTAs be concerned about violence? When the threat is real, what can they do?

First Choice for a Second Career

Jul 1, 2017/Feature

Many PTAs began their work lives in other occupations but have found a home in physical therapy. The reasons are many.

COVID-19 Outcome Measures for Physical Therapy

Jun 25, 2021/Podcast

In this APTA Live event, we will talk with members of the Cross-Academy/Section COVID-19 Core Outcome Measure Task Force about the physical therapy core outcome measures algorithms they developed β€” one for adults and one for children.

Another COVID-19 Challenge: Deferred Care in a 'Digital Divide'

Feb 12, 2021/Review

Researchers say large pockets of patients are simply opting out from care β€” with care for MSK conditions high on the list.

PTA Outlook: COVID & Other Practice Issues

Sep 3, 2020/APTA Live

Join us for an open discussion on the role of the PTA; implications of COVID-19, looming budget cuts, and the job outlook for the profession.

Virtual NEXT

Jun 3, 2020/Event

Access more than 20 courses with related CEUs, plus several special recorded sessions and live online events, for only $20.

Challenges of Licensure by Endorsement for Internationally Educated PTs

Oct 16, 2020/Podcast

Becoming a U.S.-licensed PT, for someone who has attained entry-level education internationally is a feat. Learn about these challenges and how you can make a difference.