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Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injury is a serious public health problem. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention a TBI is caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the normal function of the brain. However, not every blow to the head will result in a

APTA is Spreading the Physical Activity Message

Oct 20, 2021/Roundup

We're at the table providing the profession's perspective on the importance of physical activity. See how.

Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand Questionnaire (DASH) for Shoulder Conditions

Jun 15, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures disorders of the upper limbs; change or function over time.

Guillain-Barré Syndrome

Apr 16, 2026/Clinical Summary

Patients receive medical and pharmacological treatment as the primary intervention, and physical rehabilitation to address musculoskeletal weakness and neurologic dysfunction.

Arthritis Management Community-Based Programs

May 15, 2019/Open Access

Finding the right physical activity program can extend the benefits of your treatment and help your patients maintain their mobility and independence.

Healthy Workforce Promotion

APTA supports physical therapist efforts to lead employer-based health promotion and population health initiatives that improve outcomes for individuals and communities.

Down Syndrome (DS)

Dec 29, 2013/Clinical Summary

PTs improve quality of life for people with DS by helping them increase their motor skills, muscle strength, and joint stability; incorporate healthy lifestyle habits; enhance participation in life activities; and prevent complications of DS.

Neuropathic Ulcer

Aug 8, 2017/Clinical Summary

Peripheral neuropathy occurs when the sensory, motor, and autonomic functions of peripheral nerves are affected.

IMPROVE VTE Risk Model

Oct 31, 2021/Test & Measure

The IMPROVE VTE Risk Model is an assessment tool that is used to discriminate risk of developing validated venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients who are critically ill, based on clinical variables.1

Viewpoints

Mar 1, 2018/Magazine

PTs Must Demonstrate Their Value