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A Love of Body Movement Leads to Physical Therapy

Nov 1, 2021/Column

A former ballet dancer sought a more meaningful career that still would keep her on her toes.

You Can't Be in Two Places at Once

Nov 1, 2021/Column

We all try to balance our work and personal lives, but some situations can create ethical risk factors that might result in poor decisions.

Study: Pre- and Post-TKR Physical Therapy Lowers Odds of Long-Term Opioid Use

Nov 5, 2021/Review

A large-scale study found that the lowered odds are especially significant for "opioid-experienced" patients.

Groundbreaking Physical Therapy Leader Helen Blood Dies

Nov 2, 2021/News

Blood was a strong advocate for PTAs, and a champion for the role PTs and PTAs can play in community service.

Student Spotlight: APTA Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy

Feb 9, 2021/Open Access

APTA Pediatrics has close to 6,000 physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, student, and partner members.

Study: Cardiac Rehab Improves Endurance in Stroke Survivors

Feb 1, 2021/Review

Researchers say their findings back the idea that stroke should be included in the diagnoses covered by CR.

Word: APTA Offers New Resources Focused on Language Differences

Feb 2, 2021/News

We're sharing information related to patients with limited English proficiency, along with Spanish translations of APTA resources.

VA Increases Pay Levels for PTAs

Feb 3, 2021/News

APTA pressed for updated descriptions of PTA qualifications and skills. The change led to a raise in pay ranges.

Coronavirus Update: Jan. 26

Jan 26, 2021/Roundup

National vaccine strategy, telehealth coverage extension, long-term COVID-19 effects, and more.