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About Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) Appraisal Ratings

Appraisal ratings for clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) posted on PTNow are generated by 3 or more physical therapists trained in using the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation II (AGREE II).

Ethical And Effective Integration of Artificial Intelligence Across Physical Therapist Practice, Education and Research

Sep 23, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the association's position on the ethical development and integration of artificial intelligence.

Introducing APTA's Fit for Practice Initiative

Oct 6, 2021/Podcast

Learn about APTA Fit for Practice initiative designed to help you recover, evolve, and remain resilient as we move forward into a postpandemic workplace.

Emergency Care, Learning Center Workshop, COVID-19 — Practice Update

Aug 31, 2021/Podcast

APTA's monthly practice update: in this episode: physical therapists in emergency care, learning center resources, COVID-19, and more.

Your Obligation to Provide LEP Services: Four Factors to Consider

Jan 26, 2021/Article

To determine your obligations under Title VI, HHS regulations and guidance, and the Affordable Care Act, consider these four factors.

Direct Access in Practice

Direct access to PT services is a reality across America, but not without challenges.

APTA Report: Use of Direct Access Among PTs Is Widespread, but Barriers Need to Be Addressed

Oct 20, 2017/News

Most of the use is occurring in private and hospital-based outpatient clinics and group practices.

Pharmacotherapeutics and Supplements in Physical Therapist Practice

Oct 1, 2025/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapist management may prevent the need for or reduce the use of medications. Physical therapist management includes counseling patients and clients on the need for, and the benefits and risks of, medication, and supplements.

PTJ Author Interview: Understanding Barriers to Clinical Practice Guideline Use

Jul 15, 2025/Podcast

Editor-in-Chief Steven George, PT, PhD, FAPTA, talks with Matthew Schumacher, PT, DPT, DSc, Kyle Cottone, PT, DPT, DSc, and Laura Siviter, PT, DPT, DSc, about their recently published study, which identified six themes related to barriers to clinical practice guideline implementation for low back

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Management of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline

May 18, 2024/CPG

This clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons provides recommendations, based on current best evidence, for the diagnosis and medical treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).