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Researchers: Aquatic Exercise Offers Similar Results With Less Pain for Patients With Chronic LBP

Mar 8, 2019/Review

Aquatic exercise shouldn't be viewed as "less strenuous or less effective" than land-based exercise, according to authors of a study in PTJ.

Functional Reach Test for Parkinson Disease (PD)

Mar 14, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures maximum distance an individual can reach forward while standing in a fixed position; used to assess stability.

Tracking Changes in the Regulatory Environment

Jun 1, 2017/Column

Updates, tips, and resources.

Separate Studies, Similar Conclusions: Bundling for Knee, Hip Replacement Seems to be Working

Jan 8, 2020/Review

Two studies of bundled care conclude that, at least for lower extremity joint replacement the models seem to be working.

Busting Payment Myths (and Regulating Your Expectations), Part 5

Aug 4, 2020/Perspective

In an effort to get everyone on the same page, I'm debunking some of the most prevalent Medicare myths I've been seeing lately on social media and in other venues.

Final FY ’26 SNF and IRF Rules: Payment Increases and Removal of SDOH Measures

Aug 27, 2025/News

The Big Picture: Effective Oct. 1, 2025, skilled nursing facilities will see a payment increase of 3.2%, which is slightly higher than the 2.8% included in the proposed rule the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued earlier this year. Inpatient rehabilitation facilities will see a payment increase

Benefits of Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy in EDs: A Systematic Review – PTJ

Sep 6, 2019/Podcast

François Desmeules discusses the current evidence regarding physical therapist care for patients with MSKD in EDs and reviews current recommendations for these models of care.

CMS Rule on Hospital Price Transparency Sets the Stage for Major Shift in Public Access to Charges for Services

Nov 20, 2019/Review

A final CMS rule makes it clear that it will move ahead in its efforts to make hospital cost data more accessible to consumers.

We Went to D.C. to Advocate for Our Profession. Here's What It Was Like

Sep 29, 2021/Perspective

What happens during an APTA advocacy event? An experienced advocate and two first-timers share their experiences.

Comments: Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters Proposed Rule for CY 2020

Feb 19, 2019/Comment Letters

EHBs are a package of benefits that ensure that certain health plans offered in the state Health Insurance Exchanges provide a baseline of coverage, benefits, and services to their enrollees.