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Study: Physical Therapy May Be Underused Among Patients With OA

Dec 1, 2017/News

Patients with OA may be underusing nonsurgical therapies such as physical therapy, say authors of a recent study published in Arthritis Care & Research. The use of physical therapy, a guideline-recommended first-line treatment, is “a key area for improvement,” researchers write.

Physical Therapy Evaluations and Treatment After Concussion/Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Apr 2, 2020/CPG

This clinical practice guideline provides a set of evidence-based recommendations for physical therapist management of the patients who have experienced a concussive event.

New APTA Leadership Opportunities Focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Jul 22, 2020/News

We're looking for volunteers to serve on a new standing committee and the PT Fund Board of Trustees.

Coronavirus Update: April 14, 2020

Apr 14, 2020/News

Home health guidance, relief funds for providers and students, CDC recommendations on essential workers who may have been exposed, and more.

5 Ways the CDC Guidance Shows How Physical Therapy Is Leading the Way in Post-COVID-19 Care

Jul 21, 2021/Perspective

APTA's academies and sections have been ahead of the curve in releasing guidance for post-COVID-19 outcome measures.

Outpatient Therapy Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Calculator

Jan 22, 2024/Members Only

APTA's outpatient therapy fee schedule spreadsheet helps you determine your payment for services under Medicare.

From PTJ: For Patients With Nontraumatic Knee Pain, Early Rehabilitation Lowers Odds of Later Use of Opioids, Injections, Knee Surgery

Jul 11, 2017/News

When it comes to rehabilitation of individuals with nontraumatic knee pain, authors of a new study concluded that it really is a case of "the sooner the better"—at least when it comes to reducing use of drugs, injection therapies, and surgeries later on.

Faster Therapy Start Decreases Risk for Future Opioid Use in Knee OA Patients

Aug 7, 2023/Review

Researchers found delayed treatment increased risks that ranged from 25% to 150% depending on timing of the first visit.

Cash-Based Payment and Medicare Services: No Exceptions to the Rules

Oct 28, 2020/Article

The short answer is that no exceptions allow PTs to bypass these requirements.

Researcher Spotlight | The Impact of Mentorship in Physical Therapy: Reflections on a Career of Teaching, Research, and Leadership

Dec 1, 2025/Column

In the final part of the “Pathways to Research” series, Rick Segal, PT, PhD, FAPTA, shares his thoughts on mentorship in physical therapy.