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May 29, 2019/Podcast
“Infant and Child Development: Innovations and Foundations for Rehabilitation.” By Jill Heathcock, PT, PhD, executive director of the Pediatric and Rehabilitation Laboratory (PEARL) at The Ohio State University; coeditor Jeffrey Lockman, PhD, professor of psychology at Tulane University’s Infant and
Aug 1, 2021/Feature
Many PTs and PTAs are using social media and blogging for everything from networking to education. Here's what they're doing and how you can start.
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.
Oct 30, 2025/CPG
Recommendations for examination and diagnostic classification based on body functions and structures, activity limitations, participation restrictions, prognosis, interventions and assessment of outcome.
APTA's Strategic Framework for 2030 sets a clear direction for the association's work over the coming years. It is grounded in member input, data, and a shared commitment to advancing the physical therapy profession. The framework reflects where we are today, the challenges and opportunities ahead, and
Dec 12, 2024/Perspective
My life experiences as a Native American have enriched my professional abilities as a PT — and vice versa.
Jan 1, 2024/CPG
This guideline offers recommendations for managing 10- to 18-year-old patients who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dec 16, 2020/CPG
This guideline aims to improve the diagnosis of gestational diabetes and help women with diabetes to self-manage their blood glucose levels before and during pregnancy.
Oct 26, 2022/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Physical therapist practice and the practice of physical therapy are synonymous. Both phrases are inclusive of patient and client management, and direction and supervision. Direction and supervision apply to the physical therapist assistant, who is the only individual who assists a physical
Jul 11, 2025/Resource
Find out in which states physical therapists have the ability to certify for disability placards.
