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Landmark APTA Report Makes the Case for Physical Therapy's Economic Value

Sep 27, 2023

The macroeconomic review of eight conditions shows how physical therapy delivers cost-effectiveness through quality-of-life improvements.

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Study: As Few as 3.7 Minutes of Short-Burst Vigorous PA Lowers Cancer Risk

Aug 28, 2023

Researchers found that vigorous intermittent lifestyle PA daily can lower risk by as much as 32%. And it doesn't have to happen all at once.

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Study: Sitting Time Ups Mortality Risk Among Cancer Survivors With Low or No PA

Feb 7, 2022

Sitting times of six or more hours per day increased mortality risk among the inactive — but not for survivors who met PA guidelines.