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Telehealth Advocacy

The use of telehealth by PTs and PTAs is not only appropriate, but effective in delivering effective care and expanding patient access to that care.

Imaging and Physical Therapy

PTs are finding innovative ways to use imaging.

Reentering the Physical Therapy Workforce

Thinking about returning to a career as a PT or PTA? Here's how to get started.

Hospice and Palliative Care

Physical therapy is increasingly acknowledged as a key component in hospice and palliative care.

APTA Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors, elected by the House of Delegates, leads the strategic direction of the association.

Policies and Bylaws

The Board and House are responsible for the association’s bylaws, positions, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Learning how to comply with HIPAA requirements is crucial to your practice. This APTA webpage connects you with the resources you need to stay informed.

Medicare Claims Audits

PTs are under increasing pressure to ensure compliance with coverage, payment, coding, documentation, and billing requirements.

International Physical Therapy Education

There's a lot to consider when deciding whether to earn a physical therapy degree outside of the United States.

Malpractice/Professional Liability in Provision of Fitness Services

Oct 8, 2019/Open Access

You should be aware of the scope of the practice act in the state(s) in which you are licensed, and consider carefully whether or not your scope of personal competence is compatible with the type of services you wish to provide.

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Invited Commentary

Jul 31, 2009/Research Reports

Author Response

Jul 31, 2009/Research Reports

Psychometric Comparisons of 4 Measures for Assessing Upper-Extremity Function in People With Stroke

Jul 31, 2009/Research Reports

Background

Functional limitation of the upper extremities is

Elastic, Viscous, and Mass Load Effects on Poststroke Muscle Recruitment and Co-contraction During Reaching: A Pilot Study

Jun 30, 2009/Research Reports

Background

Resistive exercise after stroke can improve strength

A Guide to Interpretation of Studies Investigating Subgroups of Responders to Physical Therapy Interventions

Jun 30, 2009/Perspectives

Many researchers and clinicians believe the effectiveness of existing physical

Assessment of Physical Functioning: A Conceptual Model Encompassing Environmental Factors and Individual Compensation Strategies

Jun 30, 2009/Perspectives

Commonly studied physical functions include activities such as walking and climbing

Invited Commentary

May 31, 2009/article-commentary

Author Response

May 31, 2009/reply