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APTA to CMS: Proposed Orthotics and Prosthetics Rule Hurts Patients, PTs

Mar 10, 2017/News

In a letter to CMS, APTA President Sharon L. Dunn, PT, PhD, argues against a proposed rule that would impose undue regulatory and financial burdens on PTs who provide custom orthoses and prostheses,

Supervision of Students in Skilled Nursing Facilities and Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities Under Medicare

Jun 12, 2020/Article

Some requirements related to student involvement can vary depending on the setting.

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

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May 1, 2018/Perspective

Researchers Identify Factors That May Keep Some Patients From Making Optimal Gains in Cardiac Rehab

Mar 15, 2017/Review

A set of predictors that could help providers identify which cardiac rehabilitation patients are at risk of making lower gains in exercise capacity.

APTA Report: Use of Direct Access Among PTs Is Widespread, but Barriers Need to Be Addressed

Oct 20, 2017/News

Most of the use is occurring in private and hospital-based outpatient clinics and group practices.

Move Forward Radio: Former NBA All-Star Grant Hill Discusses Pain Management and Alternatives to Opioids

Dec 7, 2017/News

The seven-time all-star retired in 2013 after numerous ankle injuries and surgeries—and painful recoveries—over the course of his career.

Study: For Individuals With Knee OA, 3 Tests Can Predict Ability to Walk 6k Steps a Day

Nov 7, 2017/Review

Referral to rehabilitation may be of benefit to those with or at risk of knee OA not meeting one or more of these physical function thresholds.

Just Taking a Walk Can Extend Your Life, Say Researchers

Oct 29, 2017/Review

Researchers found that even a small amount of walking had an impact on health.