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$9.7 Million PCORI Grant Will Fund Research on Physical Therapy vs CBT for LBP

May 7, 2018/News

A recently announced $74 million grants program includes a $9.7 million award for a project focused on comparing physical therapy with cognitive behavioral therapy in the treatment of chronic nonspecific LBP. APTA member Julie Fritz, PT, PhD, is the principal investigator for the study.

Study: Teleconference Approach Fares Well in PT Treatment for Chronic LBP

Jun 10, 2022/Review

A program provided entirely via real-time video achieved outcomes comparable to in-person treatment, researchers say.

New Data on Musculoskeletal Disease Highlight its Position as Major Contributor to Health Care Costs

Jan 23, 2018/News

Musculoskeletal diseases aren't just widespread— they've also become a significant factor in the economy, with associated costs estimated at an amount equal to 5.76% of the US gross domestic product. That's just 1 of the insights offered in the latest edition of a detailed report.

What's New In Telerehabilitation Research

Apr 19, 2024/Roundup

Five articles explore the feasibility of telerehabilitation and the factors that could lead to successful implementation.

Foundation for Physical Therapy Research Grant Awardees Announced

Jan 9, 2023/News

Funding totaling $460,000 will help power research on acute care, geriatric physical therapy, vestibular balance interventions, and more.

Short Form – 12 Item Health Survey (Version 2)

Oct 19, 2014/Test & Measure

Assesses health-related quality of life from the client/patient's perspective

#BetterTogether: APTA Participates in Development of Opioid Playbook for Interdisciplinary Care

Mar 15, 2018/Article

Ending the opioid epidemic will require collaboration among providers and professionals across the continuum of health care settings.