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IDEA at 50: What the Education Law Has Accomplished and How to Protect It

Dec 10, 2025/Article

Nov. 29 marked the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, a groundbreaking federal law that ensures children with disabilities are entitled to a free appropriate public education and that they receive related services, such as physical therapy, when needed. Under IDEA Part

Study: Frequency, Duration of Acute Care Therapy Improves COVID-19 Outcomes

Jan 22, 2021/Review

Researchers found that every additional 10 minutes of physical therapy was associated with improved mobility at discharge.

Compliance Matters: Where the Improvement Myth Remains the Standard

Apr 1, 2020/Column

More nonfederal payers must consider changing their policies. Here's what APTA is doing and how you can help.

Embracing the Wall

Jun 1, 2017/Column

Barriers are inevitable. They needn't be roadblocks.

Big Win: APTA-Supported Medicare Fix Passes Congress

Dec 10, 2021/News

The package, which combines additional funding and delays to planned cuts, will be signed into law before year's end.

Self-Insured Health Plans and Physical Therapist Services

Jun 1, 2016/Column

Should you tap the market? Some points to consider.

Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA)

Jun 15, 2022/Test & Measure

The MNA is a 6-item screening tool used to identify risk of malnutrition among older adults (aged 65+).

APTA-Backed Bipartisan House Bill Takes Aim at PTA Differential

Oct 13, 2021/News

The SMART Act would delay implementation, spare rural and underserved areas, and relieve PTA supervision burdens.

Would You Recognize the Symptoms of ALS?

Jun 21, 2023/Article

When it comes to ALS, early diagnosis is important. Be aware of the indicators.

Considerations Related to the PT's Role in Nutrition and Diet

Jun 2, 2020/Article

PTs should consider several factors before engaging in nutrition and diet services.