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Role of Physical Therapy in Palliative Care and Hospice

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Outlines the role of physical therapy in palliative care and hospice settings.

Dementia

May 29, 2017/Clinical Summary

PTs work with patients with dementia to address mobility and strength limitations, minimize fall risk factors, and enhance the patient’s quality of life.

Is Your Practice ADA Compliant? Part 1 of a 3-Part Series

Jul 18, 2023/Article

The Basics of ADA’s Effective Communication Requirement

Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT)

Oct 1, 2019/Test & Measure

The Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT) measures fingertip dexterity and gross movement coordination of the fingers, hands, and arms. It was first introduced by Joseph Tiffin in 1948 as a functional assessment screen for hand dexterity in applicants for assembly-line work.

UHC Says Treatment Time Can Be Used in Lieu of Start and Stop Time

Nov 29, 2023/News

The latest clarification from the mega-insurer comes after it released a set of burdensome policy expansions earlier this year.

Worldwide Physical Therapy

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the role the association and its members will have with the World Confederation for Physical Therapy and other organizations to enhance physical therapy services.

Final MA Rule Solidifies Prior Authorization Wins

Apr 27, 2023/News

The APTA-supported provisions announced by CMS will help reduce administrative burden and ensure consistency across MA plans.

Cannabis Use and Physical Therapy

Oct 1, 2022/Article

As more states legalize cannabis for both medicinal and recreational use, the chances are increasing that PTs and PTAs will treat patients who use it.

APTA and Coalition Partners Fight Against Potential Cuts to Medicaid

Mar 26, 2025/Article

On March 24, APTA joined over a dozen other medical organizations in a letter urging Congress to avoid any cuts to Medicaid in the upcoming Budget Reconciliation package. The letter was sent on behalf of the Patient Access to Responsible Care Alliance, of which APTA is a member, and represents 4 million

National Physical Therapy Month: Celebrate, Engage, and Raise Awareness

Sep 9, 2026/Article

October is National Physical Therapy Month. Join APTA in celebrating the profession and raising awareness of the many ways PTs and PTAs improve health, mobility, and quality of life across the lifespan. This National Physical Therapy Month, APTA will continue its PT For Future Me public awareness campaign.