Skip to main content

Search

Clear
Filter by Type
Filter by Topics
Filter by Symptoms & Conditions
Filter by Year
APTA Offers General and Pediatric-Focused COVID-19 Guidance for PTs, PTAs, Students

Mar 30, 2020/News

Two resources: a general PT management of patients, and guidance hat specifically addresses pediatric physical therapy.

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Mental Health of the Patient and Clinician

Apr 16, 2020/Article

In a Facebook Live event, experts from physical therapy, psychology, and the Pan American Health Organization discussed the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and how physical therapists play an important role in the recovery of patients' mental and physical health.

Outpatient Physical Therapy During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Clinician Discussion

Apr 30, 2020/Article

In a Facebook Live event, outpatient PTs from private practice, hospital, and pediatric settings gather to discuss how they have maintained in-person practice while upholding CDC-recommended COVID-19 safety guidelines.

Coronavirus Update: Nov. 10

Nov 10, 2021/Roundup

APTA Practice Advisory on the CMS vaccination rule, mapping PASC symptoms and prevalence, pills to treat COVID-19, and more.

Coronavirus Update: August 25

Aug 25, 2021/Roundup

Pfizer vaccine approved, nursing home vaccination requirements, guidance on post-COVID-19 fatigue, and more.

Physical Therapist Management of Patients With or Recovering From COVID-19

Mar 1, 2023/Open Access

Access information and guidelines on COVID-19 based on national and international recommendations and guidelines.

Coronavirus Update: April 6, 2020

Apr 6, 2020/News

HIPAA enforcement relaxed, PTs and PTAs among the health care workers who could be "exempted" from expanded sick leave, COVID-19's link to CVD, and more.

Physical Inactivity Linked to Higher Risk for Severe COVID-19 Outcomes

Apr 26, 2021/Review

A study of 48,440 patients finds that patients who were sedentary were more likely to experience hospitalization or death.

Acute Kidney Injury

Jul 3, 2016/Clinical Summary

PTs have a role in screening, examining, and providing intervention with this patient population in order to help minimize deleterious effects of bedrest and optimize movement.

Coronavirus Update: June 24, 2020

Jun 24, 2020/News

APTA report on COVID-19's impact, Paycheck Protection Program help, CMS guidance on reopening, and more.