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BMJ: Guideline Strongly Recommends Against Arthroscopy for 'Nearly All' Patients With Knee OA or Meniscal Tears

May 12, 2017/News

A new guideline makes a strong recommendation against the use of arthroscopy in nearly all patients with degenerative knee disease. Instead, authors recommend conservative treatment for nearly all patients.

Finding My Way: “Listen to your gut”

Nov 1, 2017/Perspective

As a DPT student, Keaton Ray was struggling to identify her professional passion. Then she got involved in student leadership, developed mentor peers, and figured out when to say yes or no to her many opportunities. In this kickoff episode of APTA's new "Finding My Way" podcast series, Keaton reflects

Finding My Way: “I took chances”

Nov 30, 2017/Perspective

Heather Cronin has a habit of running late. So when she found herself showing up early to her clinical rotations with geriatric patients, she knew which patient population she loved to treat. In this episode of "Finding My Way," Heather discusses how she fell in love with geriatric physical therapy and

Using Evidence Based Practice During Clinicals: The Student Perspective

Jan 16, 2018/Perspective

How do we efficiently review information while balancing a busy day in the clinic?

Reflections From a Physical Therapy Student Book Club

Jan 18, 2018/Perspective

Through these stories and discussions, we hope to grow.

Outcomes – A Strong Team Produces Better Results

Oct 17, 2018/Perspective

With increased expectations to deliver high-quality care, it is important that we meet the standards that are being set for us.

One out of Sixty-Four

Nov 27, 2018/Perspective

Our job is to help our patients with their function and quality of life. Oncology is no different; you simply have a different set of circumstances to navigate.

Top 5 Questions Physical Therapists Can’t Answer

Mar 14, 2018/Article

APTA's Physical Therapy Outcomes Registry will help to answer these questions and improve practice.

The Therapeutic Alliance

Nov 20, 2018/Perspective

It must be one alliance between the patient, PT, and PTA. 

PTs Are 'Abilitation Specialists'

Dec 12, 2018/Perspective

The extensive knowledge and skills that PTs possess translate easily to "abilitation" as well.