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Continuing Competence is the ongoing possession and application of contemporary knowledge and abilities commensurate with an individual's (physical therapist or physical therapist assistant) role within the context of public health, welfare, and safety.
Jun 4, 2020/CPG
This guideline covers care before, during, and after a planned knee, hip or shoulder replacement. It offers guidance on providing support and rehabilitation before and after surgery for both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Explore key resources designed to help PTs and PTAs strengthen interprofessional collaborative practice in clinical care.
Aug 14, 2025/CPG
May 1, 2019/CPG
This guideline covers the diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation of adult patients with transient ischemic attack, stroke, or subarachnoid hemorrhage.
May 1, 2020/CPG
These guidelines address the prevention, diagnosis, risk assessment, and treatment of hypertension in adults and children, including new guidance on the management of resistant hypertension and the management of hypertension in women planning pregnancy.
May 13, 2021/Podcast
In this episode, experts explore how the mind and body intersect in the healing process, and how physical therapists and physical therapist assistants can provide better patient care by understanding the body's response to stress and trauma.
Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: APTA recognizes that inappropriate or indiscriminate use of physical and chemical restraints across the life span is harmful to the quality of life of patients and clients.
Feb 25, 2021/Podcast
As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available and distribution plans vary by state, APTA Practice and Regulatory Affairs staff and members will discuss the latest updates on vaccine distribution, access, and administration.
Jul 2, 2024/Resource
This toolkit guides authors through the course proposal and development process with easy, step-by-step instructions created with both experienced and novice authors in mind.