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Jan 21, 2013/Test & Measure
Used in evaluating change in gross motor function over time.
Aug 31, 2020/Open Access
APTA's political action committee is working for student debt relief, fighting proposed payment cuts, promoting diversity, and more.
Jun 17, 2025/Article
The Big Picture of Aetna’s Policy Change In response to ongoing advocacy efforts by APTA, Aetna has updated its physical therapy policy to provide unrestricted direct access to physical therapist services. Effective June 17, Aetna will no longer require a referral or signed plan of care for physical
Sep 21, 2020/News
The report, focused on workers' comp recipients, concludes that early physical therapy for LBP improves outcomes and saves money.
Aug 1, 2022/CPG
This update of a 2016 guideline provides assistance to physical therapists in the decision-making process when treating patients at risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE) or diagnosed with a lower extremity deep vein thrombosis (LE DVT).
Jul 8, 2019/Podcast
Scott Giles, PT, DPT, President and Founder of Scorebuilders shares tips, advice, and resources that are available to assist you in preparing for the physical therapy examination, as well as resources available to guide you.
Sep 26, 2019/Open Access
Pain and pain management continue to be at the forefront of health care policy discussions.
Feb 8, 2017/News
Groundhog-based prognostication aside, spring is in fact right around the corner and June isn't far behind, which means APTA's NEXT Conference and Exposition is getting ready to arrive on the scene in Boston, Massachusetts. APTA has opened up registration for NEXT, set for June 21-24. Again this year,
Jul 1, 2020/CPG
This clinical practice guideline (CPG) recommends a framework that includes a structured evaluation and diagnosis of Veterans and Service Members who may be suffering from hip and knee OA.
A Leadership and Business Development Program for Physical Therapy Professionals The American Physical Therapy Association and APTA Private Practice present the Business Fundamentals Series, a 10-week virtual program combining interactive training and networking. Designed for clinicians, practice owners,