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PTs and PTAs are critical members of the health care teams in hospital settings.
May 1, 2014/Article
The purpose of this study was to describe the patient handling practices of acute care physical therapists and their perceptions regarding SPH.
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Jun 3, 2022/Roundup
APTA's videos explore, celebrate, and challenge. Here's a rundown of some of the latest offerings.
Feb 9, 2022/News
In a joint letter to congressional leaders, APTA and 11 other groups urge adoption of legislation to address the PTA payment cut.
Aug 25, 2021/Summary
Access a state-by-state chart that links to current state laws, regulations, executive orders, policies, and guidance governing telehealth for physical therapy.
Dec 1, 2018/Feature
The career arc of a PT or PTA often spans many decades. And while the endpoints are separated by age and experience, the lessons learned along the way can be instructive at any point in the journey.
Dec 1, 2019/CPG
This guideline provides recommendations for the prevention and management of pressure ulcers in patients of all ages.
Mar 1, 2021/Open Access
This PowerPoint is a great resource to provide general knowledge about the profession of physical therapy for high school and early college audiences.
Oct 1, 2019/CPG
Physical therapy is strongly recommended for patients with active or stable ankylosing spondyloarthritis. The reviewers conditionally recommend active interventions like supervised exercise over passive interventions like massage, ultrasound, and heat.