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Oct 1, 2014/Test & Measure
This is a popular, moderately predictive, reliable and brief method of screening fall risk in subacute and residential aged care.
Sep 5, 2024/News
This year, the focus is on falls prevention — something every PT and PTA plays a role in.
May 27, 2021/Review
A new report from CDC highlights the need for more emphasis on falls prevention — including referrals for physical therapy.
Aug 20, 2024/Members Only
Check out the following resources about the APTA Flash Action Strategy.
Aug 19, 2025/Position Paper
The American Physical Therapy Association strongly supports the SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act (H.R. 3183 / S. 668). This legislation would establish an Office of Falls Prevention within the Veterans Health Administration, tasked with preemptively identifying and treating veterans at risk of falling. The
Sep 2, 2025/News
In July, APTA and other provider groups secured a 2.5% funding increase from Congress to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for 2026. While this was a positive development, it is a short-term fix. For the Medicare payment system to stabilize and compensate providers fairly, major and urgent reforms
APTA's public relations staff respond to media requests and connect reporters with APTA staff and physical therapy spokespersons, as appropriate.
Jan 2, 2025/News
Here are five of the most popular articles viewed by your peers in 2024.
PTPAC is a mechanism through which the physical therapy profession channels financial and grassroots support to congressional candidates who are responsive to the profession's goals and viewpoints.
Jan 16, 2013/Clinical Summary
PTs help people manage their fall risk.
