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The Physical Therapy Fund (PT Fund) was established in 1993. It includes the Minority Scholarship Fund and the Dimensions of Diversity Fund.
Jan 26, 2021/Resource
Any provider receiving federal funds, such as Medicare, can’t legally require patients with limited English proficiency to use a family member or friend as an interpreter.
Jul 16, 2018/Article
What you prepare for now, will only allow you to respond more compassionately and effectively in the future.
Oct 21, 2019/Perspective
I'll be able to speak the language and understand cultural norms of my patients while creating a space for trust and understanding.
Sep 23, 2022/Clinical Summary
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. As of July 19, 2022, over 559 million cases of COVID-19 and 6.3 million deaths have been confirmed.
May 25, 2017/Test & Measure
This is a measure of disability and symptoms in patients with musculoskeletal disorders that is region specific to the upper limb.
Awards
This award recognizes outstanding clinical practice interaction between physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who are a part of a highly functional PT-PTA Team.
Jun 14, 2017/Test & Measure
Assesses the extent of catastrophic thinking due to low back pain according to three components: rumination, magnification, and helplessness.
Jul 11, 2018/Perspective
Patient-centered care is the hallmark of physical therapist practice. Individualized patient and client assessment helps us tailor treatment to support effective self-management and optimal independence. PTs and physical therapist assistants often underestimate the powerful impact of our patient relationships;
Jun 30, 2020/Perspective
There is much work still to be done to address the lack of protection from discrimination and fill gaps in federal civil rights laws for the LGBTQ+ community.
