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Apr 8, 2020/CPG
This clinical practice guideline includes a statement that defines the role of vestibular rehabilitation and physical therapy in the management of patients with Meniere’s disease who experience chronic imbalance.
Jan 1, 2019/CPG
The reviewers recommend that patients with active psoriatic arthritis use some form or combination of exercise, physical therapy, occupational therapy, massage therapy, and acupuncture over not using these modalities.
Sep 9, 2019/CPG
Patients in the early stages of Parkinson’s disease should be referred to a physical therapist who has experience with the disease for assessment, education, and advice for physical activity. Also, physical therapy specific to Parkinson’s disease should be given to patients who experience balance and
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.
May 17, 2021/CPG
This guideline revises the 2008 Royal Dutch Society for Physical Therapy (Koninklijk Nederlands Genootschap voor Fysiotherapie, KNGF) recommendations on the assessment and treatment of patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Jan 3, 2021/CPG
This guideline presents 10 areas for advancing inclusive practice in physical activity and sedentary behavior for people living with disability.
Sep 18, 2023/Open Access
The Research Agenda for Physical Therapy expands on our profession's continued advancement and considers current issues, new innovations, and forward-thinking viewpoints. The research agenda outlines research priorities that are vital to advancing physical therapist practice and the profession. The development
May 27, 2020/Article
Since January 2017, PTs use three evaluation codes and one reevaluation code.
Dec 21, 2022/News
The Fellowship in Higher Education Leadership created by APTA is now a program of the APTA Academy of Education.
Aug 1, 2025/Article
APTA President Kyle Covington, PT, DPT, PhD, shares how growing your knowledge can expand your impact.