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Providing a Safe Alternative to Opioids: Research on Pain Management

Aug 4, 2020/Resource

Research validates that early access to physical therapy can prevent acute pain from becoming chronic pain.

Dry Needling

Dry needling in physical therapy is increasing, yet the intervention is included in the PT scope of practice in some states but not others.

Defining Moment: I See Me in You

Jun 1, 2021/Column

A PT reflects on opening a clinic in an underserved neighborhood.

Thompson Test

Jan 10, 2013/Test & Measure

Used in the diagnosis of Achilles tendon rupture.

Aetna Will Adopt PTA Pay Differential

Sep 12, 2023/News

The 15% reduction, set to begin Dec. 1, would mimic CMS cuts adopted in 2022. APTA is pressing Aetna to reconsider.

Understanding ICD-10 (ICD-10-CM)

Sep 11, 2024/Open Access

Access answers to the most frequently asked questions on ICD-10.

$9.7 Million PCORI Grant Will Fund Research on Physical Therapy vs CBT for LBP

May 7, 2018/News

A recently announced $74 million grants program includes a $9.7 million award for a project focused on comparing physical therapy with cognitive behavioral therapy in the treatment of chronic nonspecific LBP. APTA member Julie Fritz, PT, PhD, is the principal investigator for the study.

Defining Moment: Redefining Heroism

Feb 1, 2023/Column

Sometimes the people being “rescued” are the heroes.

2025 Bylaw Amendments Under Consideration by APTA House of Delegates

May 7, 2025/Article

The House will consider seven amendments to the Bylaws of the American Physical Therapy Association.

4-Square Step Test (FSST) for Vestibular Disorders

May 19, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures balance; ability to change directions while stepping.