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Exclusive Use Or Use Of Multiple Biophysical Agents

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: The use of biophysical agents as a standalone intervention, or the use of multiple biophysical agents with a similar physiologic effect, is not considered physical therapy nor is it considered medically necessary without documentation that justifies the use of the biophysical agents for

Physical Therapists' Role in Prevention, Wellness, Fitness, Health Promotion, and Management of Disease and Disability

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapists play a unique role in society in prevention, wellness, fitness, health promotion, and management of disease and disability by serving as a dynamic bridge between health and health services delivery for individuals and populations.

CMS Rolls Out Proposals for New Lymphedema Benefit

Jul 14, 2023/News

An APTA-backed law is prompting CMS to work out details on coverage of compression garments under Medicare. Here's where things stand.

The Emerging Role of Physical Therapists in Wilderness Medicine

Apr 1, 2021/Feature

PTs have skills and qualifications highly relevant to providing services in the backcountry.

In Esports, Gaming and Gamers Join the Big Leagues

Oct 1, 2020/Feature

PTs are making their mark in what has become a billion-dollar industry.

Fundraising in the Fall

Nov 25, 2018/Article

Need inspiration for your next Pitt-Marquette Challenge fundraiser? Check out the winner of the "Most Creative Fundraiser" for the 2017-2018 Challenge! Saint Louis University held a "PT Spirit Week Fundraiser" where they had a friendly competition between their classes and faculty with activities like

APTA Joins Push for PPE, More Consistent Use Recommendations

Mar 24, 2020/News

A March 20 letter to the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate.

How to Implement New Technologies, Products, or Processes

Feb 1, 2025/Feature

Introducing new ways of doing things in the clinic can be a little easier when you have a plan.

Scrum and Recover: The PT Game Plan

Aug 1, 2025/Feature

Intense collisions, complex injuries, and no pads: Why physical therapy is essential to the sport of rugby — and what it teaches us about recovery.