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Feb 7, 2022/Review
Sitting times of six or more hours per day increased mortality risk among the inactive — but not for survivors who met PA guidelines.
Sep 1, 2022/Feature
More than two decades ago, a group of physical therapist assistants helped guide a big change at APTA. In the process they did something even more important — they became lifelong colleagues and friends as the "Barefoot Gang."
Apr 1, 2018/Feature
Sports that involve fighting are among the most challenging and stressful-not to mention dangerous-competitions. PTs who work with these athletes need to be on top of their own games.
Jul 1, 2019/Feature
Health is affected by far more than the presence or absence of health care. PTs and PTAs can help improve the health of populations by using a wide array of strategies.
Sep 4, 2024/Resource
Review each jurisdiction’s level of direct access to physical therapist services.
Jun 16, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures various functional abilities related to sitting balance.
May 19, 2021/Podcast
APTA's monthly advocacy and regulatory update covers multiple topics from the perspective of what's happened, what's hot right now, and what to keep an eye on in the future. In this episode: SNF and IRF rules, a sequestration win, telehealth, and more.
Jan 21, 2013/Test & Measure
Used to classify mobility based on distances used in the home, school, and community and assistive devices used.
Jan 25, 2015/Test & Measure
Functional Reach Test for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Nov 17, 2021/Open Access
Whether it's self-care or work-life balance, everyone's talking about stress reduction. And as a physical therapist, you have the added pressure of being a caregiver on top of your regular life.
