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Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Aug 8, 2017/Clinical Summary

PTs and PTAs are frequently involved in the care of patients at risk for, or with, coronary artery disease.

Historic Wins: Last Severe Restrictions on Direct Access Eliminated

May 24, 2024/News

Recent changes in Alabama mean that all states now have either provisional or unrestricted access to physical therapy without a referral.

License to Delegate?

Jun 1, 2020/Column

A busy PT is taken to task.

Hearing Screens

Nov 4, 2024/Test & Measure

Various patient-reported and clinician-administered tools can screen individuals for auditory impairment.

From PTJ: Cognitive Function Poststroke May Affect Physical Capacity

Aug 11, 2023/Review

Researchers in Norway believe that attention to cognitive function early on could help patients achieve crucial PA goals.

Physical Therapist's Role in Management of Individuals With Concussion

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: APTA supports physical therapists as part of the interdisciplinary team of licensed health services providers who deliver concussion management and rehabilitation.

A Source of Strength

May 1, 2015/Column

Diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, a PT draws courage from her former patients' determination.

Getting Back on Track (and Field) After Pregnancy

Jul 1, 2016/Column

Giving birth begat a new career.

From PTJ: Use of Rhythm a Plus in Parkinson Disease-Related Motor Function

Jan 17, 2024/Review

A meta-analysis found areas in which rhythmically cued exercise seemed particularly effective — and a few less significant results.

Physical and Chemical Restraints: Role of the Physical Therapist

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: APTA recognizes that inappropriate or indiscriminate use of physical and chemical restraints across the life span is harmful to the quality of life of patients and clients.