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APTA Practice Advisory: Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

Feb 25, 2026/Resource

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT, is a noninvasive treatment that utilizes sound waves to reduce pain and promote tissue healing, although its exact therapeutic mechanism remains unclear.

Dedicated to Diversification

Apr 1, 2019/Column

A student spreads a message of inclusion.

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.

Instruction Guide: Physical Therapy Observation Log

The observation log is a valuable tool for physical therapy students to document their hands-on experiences and reflections in various clinical settings.

State Telehealth Laws, Regulations, Policies, and Guidance

Aug 25, 2021/Summary

Access a state-by-state chart that links to current state laws, regulations, executive orders, policies, and guidance governing telehealth for physical therapy.

Digital Health Companies Respond to APTA Efforts for Consumer Transparency

Sep 12, 2022/News

To date, nine companies have pledged that PTs will be involved in any services promoted as physical therapy.

Understanding Long COVID From a PT Perspective

Dec 1, 2022/Feature

Physical therapists are ideally suited to help people who are experiencing lingering effects of COVID-19.

IDEA and ESSA Advocacy

Every student deserves the ability to succeed in the classroom and beyond. The Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act and Every Student Succeeds Act make that possible.

Early Rehabilitation for Patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Jun 16, 2016/Clinical Summary

This summary highlights the PT's contributions to examination, prognosis, and intervention as well as collaboration with other members of the health care team for patients in the ICU.

Viewpoints

Aug 1, 2018/Magazine

Viewpoints: Online Comments