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Seven Hot Issues Getting Attention in State Legislatures

Feb 23, 2021/Roundup

The fight to improve direct access continues, use of the licensure compact grows, and telehealth is being discussed just about everywhere.

Another COVID-19 Challenge: Deferred Care in a 'Digital Divide'

Feb 12, 2021/Review

Researchers say large pockets of patients are simply opting out from care — with care for MSK conditions high on the list.

Overcoming Isolation: Creating a Mentoring Group for Black Women PTs

Feb 19, 2021/Interview

The connections made in these groups are the building blocks for stronger connections throughout the profession as a whole.

Grades Weren't Going To Land Me in PT School. I Stepped Out of My Comfort Zone

Feb 11, 2021/Perspective

Keegan Taylor, SPT, knew he wanted to be a PT, but the high standard for admission meant he had to do more.

APTA CSM Delivering the Goods: Four Reasons You Should Register Now

Feb 10, 2021/News

APTA's virtual conference is bringing thousands together for professional growth. Here's a small taste of what's been offered so far.

The Latest Guidelines: APTA Keeps You Up To Speed

Feb 22, 2021/Roundup

Evidence-based practice resources are free and easy to find at apta.org. Here are the latest additions.

It's Lovely at the Top

Jun 1, 2020/Feature

PTs and PTAs who are rock climbers have a passion for the sport and for helping their fellow climbers avoid and rehab from injuries.

Restoring Mobility for Patients With Limb Loss and Limb Difference

Apr 1, 2022/Feature

PTs and PTAs play crucial roles in the recovery and ongoing care of those with limb loss or limb difference.

Component DEI Committees Reap Benefits

Jun 1, 2022/Feature

APTA's chapters, sections, and academies are responding to the association's encouragement to create DEI committees. Here are three examples.

Aiding the Olympic Dream

Jul 1, 2020/Feature

Physical therapists help athletes in their goal of successfully competing in the Olympic Games.

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Diaphragm Pacing as a Rehabilitative Tool for Patients With Pompe Disease Who Are Ventilator-Dependent: Case Series

Apr 30, 2016/Cardiovascular/Pulmonary

Background and Purpose

Pompe disease is an inherited disorder

Developmental Biology and Regenerative Medicine: Addressing the Vexing Problem of Persistent Muscle Atrophy in the Chronically Torn Human Rotator Cuff

Apr 30, 2016/Regenerative Rehabilitation and Genomics Special Series

Persistent muscle atrophy in the chronically torn rotator cuff is a significant

Neural Stem Cell Therapy and Rehabilitation in the Central Nervous System: Emerging Partnerships

Apr 30, 2016/Regenerative Rehabilitation and Genomics Special Series

The goal of regenerative medicine is to restore function through therapy at levels

The Functional Gait Assessment in Older Adults: Validation Through Rasch Modeling

Mar 31, 2016/Research Reports

Background

The Functional Gait Assessment (FGA), a measure of

Facilitating Community-Based Exercise for People With Stroke: Cross-Sectional e-Survey of Physical Therapist Practice and Perceived Needs

Mar 31, 2016/Research Reports

Background

Educating people with stroke about community-based

Reliability and Validity of the Measurement of Scapular Position Using the Protractor Method

Mar 31, 2016/Research Reports

Background

The protractor method is a proposed clinical assessment

BDNF Val66Met Polymorphism Is Related to Motor System Function After Stroke

Mar 31, 2016/Regenerative Rehabilitation and Genomics Special Series

Background

The val66met polymorphism in brain-derived