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Role of the Physical Therapist and APTA in Diet and Nutrition

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Diet and nutrition are key components of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention of many conditions managed by physical therapists.

APTA and You

APTA supports more than 100,000 member PTs, PTAs, and students.

Pressure Ulcers: Prevention and Management [NICE CG179]

Apr 23, 2014/CPG

This guideline provides recommendation for the prevention, assessment, and management of pressure ulcers in adults and children in all settings.

Hypertension in Adults: Diagnosis and Management [NICE NG136]

Aug 28, 2019/CPG

Covers identifying and treating primary hypertension in people aged 18 and over, including people with type 2 diabetes.

Supervision and Teamwork

PTs, PTAs, and students should understand requirements for supervision and teamwork.

Early and Locally Advanced Breast Cancer: Diagnosis and Management [NG101]

Apr 5, 2023/CPG

This guideline provides recommendations related to the diagnosis and management of early and locally advanced breast cancer.

Term and Title Protection Advocacy

Words matter. The use of "physical therapy," "physiotherapy," and the PT, DPT, and PTA titles should be restricted to qualified professionals.

APTA, AOTA, ASHA Joint Statement on Habilitation and Rehabilitation Benefit Design

Feb 10, 2021/Resource

APTA, AOTA, and ASHA developed a resource for public and private insurers, employers, and consumers to evaluate the appropriateness of rehabilitation and habilitation benefit design.

Health Information Technology and Patient Privacy

PTs and PTAs need to have a solid understanding of health IT privacy laws and regulations, as well as policies designed to improve patient access to their own records. This includes HIPAA as well as requirements related to information blocking and interoperability.

American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education

Apr 15, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

This policy outlines the purpose and structure of American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education.