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Clinical Specialization In Physical Therapy

Oct 4, 2023/Policies & Bylaws

House position: The American Physical Therapy Association supports the recognition of physical therapists who have attained voluntary specialization of practice. 

APTA Clinical Specialization Policy

Oct 4, 2023/Policies & Bylaws

House policy: Clinical specialization in physical therapy is a voluntary and unrestricted process.

Levels of Supervision

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: APTA supports the following levels of supervision within the context of physical therapist practice.

Annual Visit With A Physical Therapist

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Outlines recommendation on how often individuals should visit a physical therapist.

Autonomous Physical Therapist Practice

Aug 7, 2012/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapists have the responsibility to practice autonomously in all settings, practice environments, and employment relationships.

Diagnosis By Physical Therapists

Aug 22, 2012/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapists shall establish a diagnosis for each patient/client. 

Electrophysiologic Examination And Evaluation

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Provides an overview of electrophysiologic examinations and evaluations as practiced by physical therapists.

Endorsement Of International Classification Of Functioning, Disability And Heath

Aug 7, 2012/Policies & Bylaws

House position: The American Physical Therapy Association endorses the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF).

Endorsement Of Efforts Addressing The Opioid Health Crisis

Sep 2, 2016/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Outlines endorsement of efforts addressing the opioid health crisis

Evidence Based Practice

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: APTA supports the development and utilization of evidence‐based practice.