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Direct access to PT services is a reality across America, but not without challenges.
Pro bono services are consistent with our profession’s values and vision.
An annual visit allows physical therapists to determine health status and identify health risks of individuals in their community.
The movement system is the integration of body systems that generate and maintain movement at all levels of bodily function.
Advances in regenerative medicine allow for the restoration of injured, diseased, or degenerated tissues to a more functional state.
Sensing technologies and robotic interfaces have tremendous potential for physical therapy.
Research has found that PTs and PTAs have a high rate of injury when doing manual lifts, making it important to have a thorough understanding of how to avoid risk factors for injury.
Research continues to show the significant benefits of lifestyle changes on health.
The CDC recommends safe alternatives like physical therapy to manage most pain.
Diet and nutrition are key components of many conditions managed by physical therapists.