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Jun 1, 2020/Magazine

View online comments from members and letters to the editor.

Now Available: APTA Practice Advisory on Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

Aug 18, 2025/News

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT, is emerging as a noninvasive treatment option in physical therapy. ESWT utilizes sound waves to relieve pain and aid healing. It's important for physical therapists to understand the different forms of ESWT, such as focused and radial shockwave therapies, as

American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Guideline on the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines

Sep 10, 2019/CPG

This guideline from the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association addresses the roles of diet and physical activity in reducing cardiovascular risk factors.

James Armour, Former APTA Treasurer, Dies

Jan 18, 2022/News

In addition to leadership roles in both APTA national and APTA Pennsylvania, Armour was committed to community service.

Direct Access and Medicare

May 4, 2020/Article

Medicare beneficiaries can go directly to physical therapists without a referral or visit to a physician.

Survey Seeks Perspectives on Physical Therapy Education

May 21, 2021/News

Want to help to shape the future of physical therapy education? Now's your chance.

APTA's Ongoing Advocacy on Payment Reform

Aug 4, 2025/News

Patients and providers are frustrated and angry. A broken Medicare system has failed to deliver high-quality care and provide needed payment levels so providers and practices can keep their doors open.