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Canadian Guideline for Parkinson Disease

Sep 9, 2019/CPG

Patients in the early stages of Parkinson’s disease should be referred to a physical therapist who has experience with the disease for assessment, education, and advice for physical activity. Also, physical therapy specific to Parkinson’s disease should be given to patients who experience balance and

Joint Replacement (Primary): Hip, Knee and Shoulder [NG157]

Jun 4, 2020/CPG

This guideline covers care before, during, and after a planned knee, hip or shoulder replacement. It offers guidance on providing support and rehabilitation before and after surgery for both inpatient and outpatient settings.

GE Appliances Store Discounts for APTA Members

Aug 21, 2020/Members Only

APTA members enjoy significant savings off Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price every day on the latest in high-quality appliances.

EQ-5D (Health-Related Quality of Life Measure)

Dec 30, 2022/Test & Measure

The EuroQol 5 Dimension 5 Level (EQ-5D-5L) is a self-report survey that measures quality of life across 5 domains: mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression. Each dimension is scored on a 5-level severity ranking that ranges from "no problems" through "extreme

Brachial Plexus

Aug 5, 2020/Clinical Summary

The brachial plexus is a vital network of nerves originating from the ventral rami of C5 through spinal nerve T1 transmitting signals for the entire upper extremity to supply both motor and sensory input.

Congressional Sign-on Letter on Proposed Medicare Cuts

Aug 11, 2020/Comment Letters

93 bipartisan members of Congress have signed a letter saying these Medicare cuts will be "devastating for providers and will ultimately result in decreased access to care for patients."

Role of the Physical Therapist and APTA in Sleep Health

Aug 20, 2020/Policies & Bylaws

House positon: Supports collaboration between physical therapists and sleep medicine professionals to enhance the health and well-being of society.

Role of the Physical Therapist and APTA in Behavioral and Mental Health

Aug 20, 2020/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Supports interprofessional collaboration in behavioral and mental health to enhance the overall health and well-being of society consistent with APTA’s vision.