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Aug 1, 2015/White Paper
This 2015 white paper examines the implications of the movement system on practice, education, and research.
Oct 1, 2019/Open Access
Physical therapy is not a generic term. It describes the care and services provided by or under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
Oct 1, 2020/Resource
The general information here is designed to provide suggestions for outpatient operations during the pandemic when caring for patients with or without COVID-19.
Dec 1, 2024/CPG
This revised guideline from the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy of the American Physical Therapy Association provides updated recommendations to support evidence-based practice, including tailored clinical decision-making, about managing Achilles tendinopathy. This guideline does not include
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Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: The use of biophysical agents as a standalone intervention, or the use of multiple biophysical agents with a similar physiologic effect, is not considered physical therapy nor is it considered medically necessary without documentation that justifies the use of the biophysical agents for
Aug 4, 2020/Resource
Research validates that early access to physical therapy can prevent acute pain from becoming chronic pain.
Mar 4, 2019/Podcast
Live #XchangeSA chat with Mike Reinold, PT, DPT, board-certified sports clinical specialist, former Boston Red Sox head athletic trainer, and owner of Champion Physical Therapy and Performance.
Sep 15, 2017/Podcast
Zach Long, PT, DPT, discusses bridging the gap between physical therapy and strength and conditioning.