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Serving Those Who Serve: Honoring Physical Therapy's Deep Ties to the Military

May 5, 2025/Article

From human performance teams to primary care PTs, discover six powerful stories showcasing the intersection of physical therapy and the armed forces.

APTA: Physical Therapist Management of Total Knee Arthroplasty (CPG+)

Sep 1, 2020/CPG

This guideline is intended to be used by qualified and appropriately trained PTs involved in the management of patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.

Older-Adult Deaths From Falls Have Increased; Intervention May Help Decrease Falls in the Future

Jun 28, 2019/Review

In 2016, adults 75 and older were dying from falls-related injuries at more than double the rate they were in 2000.

Addicted to Denial

May 1, 2018/Column

Acceptance and wellness go hand in hand.

Researchers: Direct Access Works in the U.S. Civilian Health Care System

Dec 7, 2020/Review

A new study affirms that direct access to physical therapy improves outcomes and lowers cost for patients with back pain.

Coming Clean

Feb 1, 2015/Column

When housekeeping reveals more than just dirt.

Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT)

Oct 1, 2019/Test & Measure

The Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT) measures fingertip dexterity and gross movement coordination of the fingers, hands, and arms. It was first introduced by Joseph Tiffin in 1948 as a functional assessment screen for hand dexterity in applicants for assembly-line work.

APTA Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

Jan 1, 2020/Website

The academy seeks to promote excellence in orthopaedic physical therapy and be a world leader in advancing orthopaedic physical therapy to optimize movement and health.

APTA Pelvic Health

Jan 1, 2020/Website

The academy’s mission is to advance global excellence in abdominal and pelvic health through evidence-based practice, innovative education, research and social responsibility.

CMS Medicare Coverage Database

May 1, 2020/Website

Find the current status of Medicare coverage. Provider users can search separate databases related to both NCDs and LCDs.