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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.
Aug 1, 2017/Column
Ethics In Practice: Joint Decision
Apr 1, 2019/Column
A student spreads a message of inclusion.
The observation log is a valuable tool for physical therapy students to document their hands-on experiences and reflections in various clinical settings.
Aug 1, 2025/Advocacy Update
Here’s how APTA members can request PTPAC disbursements to attend campaign events and ensure physical therapists have a seat at the table.
Sep 12, 2022/News
To date, nine companies have pledged that PTs will be involved in any services promoted as physical therapy.
APTA is asking digital health providers to make the following commitment: Digital "physical therapy" services are only performed or directed by licensed PTs.
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.
Sep 1, 2015/Column
A patient claims lingering pain. His PT sees a malingering bully. Part 1 of 3 on various faces of bullying and their ethical ramifications.
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.
