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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

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.

In Our Communities, PTs and PTAs Are Superheroes

Oct 6, 2020/Perspective

Valerie Rucker, PT, DPT, encourages physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to use their knowledge and tools to serve their communities.

Viewpoints

Mar 1, 2018/Magazine

PTs Must Demonstrate Their Value

APTA Coronavirus Update: July 27

Jul 27, 2021/Roundup

APTA "leading the way," COVID-19 effects in children, long-term changes in heart rate post-infection, and more.

'Don't Miss' COVID-19 Resources, Recommendations From APTA Components

May 6, 2020/Roundup

The association's sections and academies have been creating invaluable resources and curating offerings from other agencies and organizations.

CDC: Fall-Related TBI Death Jumped 17% 2008-2017

Mar 13, 2020/Review

The rate of deaths related to traumatic brain injury received in a fall has climbed 17% in 10 years.

Minority Health Month: Health Disparity Issues in the News

Apr 19, 2021/Roundup

A roundup of recent media coverage with a focus on access and social determinants of health.

Coronavirus Update: Dec. 8

Dec 8, 2021/News

Omicron variant, APTA practice advisory updates, vaccination mandate developments, the long COVID-fibromyalgia relationship, and more.