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The Role of Physical Therapy in Burn Management

Jul 1, 2023/Feature

For patients with burns, rehabilitation can be challenging — and often entails significant use of physical therapist services.

Private Practice

Private practices faces shared challenges while providing unique experiences to their consumers.

Soft Tissue Self-care for a Movement Specialist

Oct 14, 2021/Video

We know you know, but reminders can be helpful. Listen to Lenny Parracino, certified massage therapist, fellow of applied functional science, and soft tissue therapist for the LA Clippers, describe his most meaningful wellness tips for movement.

Gooooooooooooal-Oriented Physical Therapy: A Q&A With Soccer PTs

Nov 21, 2022/Interview

We asked physical therapists about working with soccer players — from youth athletes to elite professionals.

Study: Achilles Tendinopathy Treatment Via Telehealth Not Inferior to In-Person

Apr 10, 2023/Review

Authors of an article in PTJ say that telehealth-only and hybrid approaches were on a par with a six- to seven-session clinic-based program.

The Digitally Enabled Physical Therapist: An APTA Foundational Paper

Nov 21, 2022/Resource

This foundational paper is intended to provide APTA members with information on the current landscape of digital health in physical therapy.

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 Therapy For Individuals With Disabilities: Practice in Educational Settings

Aug 7, 2012/Policies & Bylaws

House position: APTA supports the provision of physical therapy services to children with special needs.

Indemnification of Board of Members, Appointees, Staff

Sep 19, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

Board policy: Outlines indemnification of the association's Directors, officers, staff or appointees for any loss which such individuals shall become legally obligated to pay.

For Consumers: Dry Needling: What You Should Know

Aug 1, 2018/Website

This webpage from APTA's consumer-focused ChoosePT.com website provides an overview of the intervention, related equipment used, and the PT's role.