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APTA's Registry Is a Bridge Between Research and Practice: A Q&A With Fox Rehab's Megan Valenzano

Jun 23, 2021/Perspective

APTA spoke with Megan Valenzano, PT, DPT, compliance officer and director of regulatory affairs at Fox Rehabilitation, about her experience with APTA's Registry, lessons learned, and the Registry's role in advancing the profession.

CMS Releases 2026 Medicare Advantage Proposed Rule

Jan 24, 2025/News

Increased transparency and clarity around coverage criteria are intended to improve protections for MA beneficiaries.

Five Ways Physical Therapists Can Make an Impact on the Opioid Crisis

Oct 14, 2021/Perspective

Five ways that PTs can help patients and clients who are taking opioids, or who are at risk for or already have OUD.

Urinary Incontinence in Women

Apr 7, 2015/Clinical Summary

PTs evaluate the pelvic floor muscles and develop treatment strategies to help women return to their activities.

Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)

Sep 21, 2021/Test & Measure

The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) contains 3 components: Balance test, Gait Speed test, and Chair Stand test. These components are useful for a physical therapist (PT) to evaluate the functional mobility of an older adult’s lower extremities.

Success Story | From Data to Action: Reducing Hold Status Overutilization

Oct 1, 2025/Success Story

Examining hold status uncovered planning gaps, leading to better communication and outcomes for one organization.

Cerebellar Dysfunction Clinical Summary

Dec 9, 2021/Clinical Summary

Cervical Flexion-Rotation Test (FRT)

May 31, 2017/Test & Measure

Measures amount of rotation in the upper cervical spine.

PTJ: New Workforce Forecast Projects PT Shortages Through 2037

Mar 4, 2025/News

Original survey data from APTA provides unique input to the forecast’s findings.

Woodruff Lecture: It's Time to Invest in Holistic Solutions to Increase DEI

Jun 19, 2023/Article

Emmanuel John showed the societal cost of a nondiverse physical therapy profession and urged a new approach to making progress.