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Physical Therapy in the News: December 2025

Jan 7, 2026/News

“Physical Therapy in the News" is a monthly series that highlights recent media coverage of the profession and APTA members.

APTA State of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy

Jun 29, 2026/Report (Open Access)

The "APTA State of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy" report was developed through a collaboration between APTA and APTA Pelvic Health. This report draws on existing literature as well as findings from a national survey of pelvic health physical therapy providers to provide a snapshot of the field. This

Falls Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT)

Oct 1, 2014/Test & Measure

This is a popular, moderately predictive, reliable and brief method of screening fall risk in subacute and residential aged care.

Functional Independence Measure (FIM)

Oct 7, 2014/Test & Measure

Measures the level of a patient's disability and indicates how much assistance is required for the individual to carry out activities of daily living.

Flexion Endurance Test

Oct 21, 2014/Test & Measure

Measure endurance.

Rib-Pelvis Distance Test

Oct 22, 2014/Test & Measure

Measures presence of lumbar vertebral fracture.

Fulfillment at the Finish Line

Dec 1, 2017/Column

A patient's inspiring determination.

Can Constant Physical Therapy Presence in the NICU Improve Outcomes for Infants and Families?

Aug 1, 2026/Article

New research examines if embedding physical therapists in the NICU enhances infant development, boosts parent engagement, and improves care.

Viewpoints: April 2024

Apr 1, 2024/Column

Video on Mentoring Has PTs Talking

Becoming a Physical Therapist

Physical therapists are licensed doctors who work with multiple patient populations impacted by disease, injury, and movement dysfunction. Read more.