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Liberation from Mechanical Ventilation in Critically Ill Adults. Rehabilitation Protocols, Ventilator Liberation Protocols, and Cuff Leak Tests

Jan 1, 2017/CPG

Provides evidence-based recommendations to optimize liberation from mechanical ventilation in critically ill adults. An official American Thoracic Society/American College of Chest Physicians Clinical Practice Guideline.

Oxygen Administration During Physical Therapy

Mar 5, 2019/Article

The FDA generally regards oxygen to be a prescription drug.

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APTA Academy of Aquatic Physical Therapy

Jan 1, 2020/Website

The academy’s mission is to champion aquatic physical therapy to optimize lifelong movement, function, and wellness.

District Profiles

May 1, 2020/Article

APTA has created district and state profiles for federal legislators.

PTJ: Physical Therapy Continuity of Care Linked to Lower Rate of Surgery, Lower Costs

Dec 7, 2018/Review

Patients with LBP who see a single PT throughout their episode of care may be less likely to receive surgery and may have lower downstream health care costs, researchers suggest in a study published in the December issue of PTJ.

Want to Become a Rehabilitation Agency Under Medicare?

Nov 1, 2020/Column

Here are some key things to know.

Study: High-Intensity Exercise Shows Promise for Patients With PD

Dec 18, 2017/News

Authors of a new study say that while more research needs to be done, their RCT has proven high-intensity treadmill exercise to be safe for individuals with PD, with indications that sufficiently vigorous treadmill work 3 times a week slowed severity at 6 months.

My Biggest Takeaways from Physical Therapy School

Jan 4, 2017/Perspective

It all starts with getting comfortable being uncomfortable.

Leading the Way

Oct 1, 2016/Feature

APTA's Emerging Leaders program recognizes PTs and PTAs early in their careers for outstanding contributions to the profession of physical therapy.