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May 29, 2017/Clinical Summary
PTs work with patients with dementia to address mobility and strength limitations, minimize fall risk factors, and enhance the patient’s quality of life.
Jun 23, 2021/News
APTA's consumer-focused website helps patients understand how physical therapy can play a crucial role.
Oct 8, 2022/News
APTA Magazine connects with experienced providers to explore keys to providing culturally competent physical therapy.
Feb 11, 2020/Article
PTs and PTAs have a responsibility to understand the scope of the epidemic and its potential impact on their patients and clients.
The scope of practice for physical therapists is dynamic, evolving with evidence, education, and societal needs.
APTA has resources to support each #FreshPT and #FreshPTA as they start their careers.
State Regulations provide links to pertinent sections of each state workers’ compensation authority website, as well as answers to commonly asked questions regarding coverage of physical therapy services in workers’ compensation.
Jan 11, 2015/Clinical Summary
PTs conduct a detailed examination and develop a comprehensive plan of care to improve and maintain many aspects of physical function.
Jun 25, 2024/Clinical Summary
People with PD need to develop long-term exercise habits—and be committed to participating in their intervention programs—to sustain the benefits of the supervised intervention provided by PTs.
Apr 28, 2026/Article
APTA's consumer-focused website, ChoosePT.com, continues to expand with new and regularly updated resources designed to help the public better understand physical therapy while also connecting member PTs with patients seeking care and referral resources. Each year, ChoosePT.com reaches millions of consumers