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Rather than close down opportunities for growth during a pandemic, we opened up even more.
Jan 18, 2019/News
When it comes to federal advocacy for the physical therapy profession, the watchword is "new"—new priorities after the end of the hard cap on therapy services under Medicare last year, new challenges that have surfaced in the wake of rulemaking and other changes, and a new Congress that needs to be well-acquainted
Oct 19, 2021/Open Access
"By getting involved in local organizations and schools, we have a chance to promote our profession and establish meaningful connections."
Jan 18, 2018/Perspective
Through these stories and discussions, we hope to grow.
Jun 25, 2019/News
Understanding one’s own personality, as well as the personalities of coworkers and patients, can make physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) more successful in both their workplace and home life, according to Jacky Arrow, PT, DPT. Arrow presented “He Said, She Said: How personality
Dec 1, 2019/Open Access
The correct degree nomenclature for the professional (entry-level) and the postprofessional transition clinical doctorate is "DPT." In these FAQs, the nomenclature "postprofessional DPT " has been used to distinguish the DPT degree conferred upon completion of a transition program from the DPT conferred
Jul 27, 2021/Podcast
n a descriptive study that’s already been featured in 14 news stories, Mark Werneke, PT, and colleagues analyzed data on more than 222,000 patients in the Focus on Therapeutic Outcomes database. Werneke and Jette talk in depth about the relatively low use of telerehabilitation in the outpatient population
Sep 5, 2017/News
PTs can play a significant role in helping those who experience chronic fatigue syndrome.
Jan 31, 2018/Article
Documentation of a visit, often called a daily note or treatment note, documents sequential implementation of the physical therapist plan of care.
Feb 1, 2026/Article
Beginning in 2026, APTA is launching a new strategic framework, focused on the pillars of advancing payment, empowering members, and evolving practice. Learn how this will chart the profession's future course, what it means for you, and how you can get involved. When APTA began planning its new Strategic