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The movement system is the integration of body systems that generate and maintain movement at all levels of bodily function.
Direct access to PT services is a reality across America, but not without challenges.
Pro bono services are consistent with our profession’s values and vision.
PTs are qualified to serve in primary care roles, but there are policy barriers.
Studies have indicated that genetic factors influence many, if not most of the diseases commonly encountered in clinical practice by physical therapists.
Some PTs add travel to the benefits of a physical therapy career.
APTA supports physical therapist efforts to lead employer-based health promotion and population health initiatives that improve outcomes for individuals and communities.
More needs to be done to improve direct access in states across the country.
Excessive time and resources spent on documentation and administrative tasks can hurt patient outcomes.
The time to prepare for emergencies is long before they happen.
