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Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS)

May 4, 2023/Test & Measure

Measures the subjective intensity of pain.

Postprofessional Degree

Continue your career development by pursuing a postprofessional degree. Most post-professional degree programs also count toward state continuing education requirements.

Medicare Opt-Out Advocacy

APTA supports legislation that allows Medicare beneficiaries to select the health professional of their choice through private contracting.

Are CPGs Changing Practice?

Mar 1, 2024/Feature

CPGs are meant to optimize patient care by providing PTs and PTAs with recommended care options — as long as clinicians follow them.

Donor Baseline

Nov 1, 2016/Column

When generosity comes with a quid pro quo.

A Pertinent Principle

Nov 1, 2018/Column

Here's why it's wise to play the percentages.

The Power of Predictive Analytics

Feb 1, 2020/Feature

How patient data can answer questions to help PTs provide better care, improve outcomes, and lower costs.

Healthy Growth in Wellness Services

May 1, 2020/Feature

An increasing number of PTs are offering them. Continuing challenges include payment and public understanding.

Fluid Motions

Jun 1, 2017/Feature

By helping rowers find their form, PTs reduce injury risk and can improve athletes' performance.

Follow the Leaders

Oct 1, 2017/Feature

APTA annually honors Emerging Leaders-PTs and PTAs who are making outstanding contributions to the field of physical therapy early in their careers. Here's what some of them have been doing.