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Sep 21, 2021/Test & Measure
The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) contains 3 components: Balance test, Gait Speed test, and Chair Stand test. These components are useful for a physical therapist (PT) to evaluate the functional mobility of an older adult’s lower extremities.
Jun 23, 2021/Perspective
APTA spoke with Megan Valenzano, PT, DPT, compliance officer and director of regulatory affairs at Fox Rehabilitation, about her experience with APTA's Registry, lessons learned, and the Registry's role in advancing the profession.
Dec 1, 2017/Column
Here's how PTs can best avoid potential problems and reduce litigation risks.
Oct 1, 2025/Success Story
Examining hold status uncovered planning gaps, leading to better communication and outcomes for one organization.
Dec 4, 2019/Perspective
Learning the best techniques and latest research is important, but it is not the only way to impact patient treatment.
Nov 1, 2019/Column
Challenges needn't be challenging. It's all in the approach.
Jan 28, 2020/Perspective
APTA is taking the advocacy lead on a number of bills impacting the physical therapy profession and the patients we serve that may be addressed in the 116th Congress.
Nov 7, 2023/Review
Market basket adjustments set the stage for a slight increase in 2024, and Medicare will cover compression treatment items.
Jul 16, 2024/News
Cuts continue, but APTA's advocacy helped spark positive movement related to PTA supervision, prior authorization, and more.
Mar 18, 2019/Review
Researchers find that patients triaged by a PT for MSK disorders fare just as well — and in some respects, better — than those who are seen by a physician general practitioner.