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Sep 1, 2020/Column
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Words matter. The use of "physical therapy," "physiotherapy," and the PT, DPT, and PTA titles should be restricted to qualified professionals.
Apr 5, 2023/CPG
This guideline provides recommendations related to the diagnosis and management of early and locally advanced breast cancer.
Jul 28, 2022/Podcast
Physical therapists working with people with long COVID should measure and validate the patient’s experience.
Aug 7, 2012/Policies & Bylaws
House position: The American Physical Therapy Association endorses the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF).
Sep 27, 2021/Roundup
PTs and PTAs can play important roles in emergency responses — if they're well-prepared.
Aug 1, 2025/Open Access
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