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The Referring Provider Owns the Results—Referral for Imaging by Physical Therapists

Apr 12, 2021/Podcast

Data indicate that PTs refer for imaging less often and use it more appropriately than other first-contact providers.

Rivermead Mobility Index for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Sep 12, 2013/Test & Measure

Target population: People with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Deadline Approaches for Foundation for Physical Therapy Research Grants

Jul 12, 2024/News

Those applying for Foundation grants need to send submissions by July 31.

Now Available: New Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession

Jan 2, 2026/News

On July 14, 2025, the APTA House of Delegates officially adopted The Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession. This updated Code combines into one document the current Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist with the Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant.

Death From Falls Continues to Climb for Adults 65 and Older, CDC Says

Dec 9, 2022/Article

In the U.S., mortality rates from unintentional falls have risen dramatically between 2000 and 2020, nearly tripling for women 85 and older.

VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Chronic Multisymptom Illness (CMI) 2021

May 1, 2021/CPG

This guideline provides recommendations for the multidisciplinary management of chronic multisymptom illness (CMI), formerly known as medically unexplained symptoms (MUS).

Foundation for Physical Therapy Research Formalizes Relationship With APTA

Jan 22, 2021/News

The new agreement strengthens a longstanding relationship to support physical therapy research.

Knee Outcome Survey-Activities of Daily Living (KOS-ADLS) for Total Knee Replacement

Jan 22, 2013/Test & Measure

Target population: People with total knee replacement.

American College of Rheumatology Guideline for Exercise, Rehabilitation, Diet, and Additional Integrative Interventions for Rheumatoid Arthritis

May 25, 2023/CPG

This guideline from the American College of Rheumatology outlines initial recommendations on the management of rheumatoid arthritis with exercise, rehabilitation, diet, and additional integrative interventions.

Global Strategy for the Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (2020 Update)

Jan 1, 2020/CPG

This guideline from the Global Initiative for chronic Lung Disease (GOLD) presents recommendations for the care of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Pocket guides available.