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A Closer Look at Falls and Falls Prevention

Sep 1, 2022/Feature

All older adults should be screened for risk of falling. With National Falls Prevention Awareness week happening in September, here's a recap of reasons why and resources to help PTs meet that standard.

Help Aging Communities 'Go4Life' in September

Sep 12, 2018/News

Go4Life month is an opportunity to educate the public on the importance of maintaining or increasing endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility.

Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture: Who Do We Want to Be? Responsible Stewardship of Our Profession

Jul 1, 2020/Open Access

The lecture by Gregory Hicks, PT, PhD, FAPTA, and a related panel discussion provide numerous ways to take immediate action.

New Member Benefit a One-Stop-Shop for Prior Authorization, UM Advocacy Tools

Mar 15, 2022/News

APTA and the Private Practice Section have collaborated to create SPARC — the State Payer Advocacy Resource Center.

Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury

May 4, 2020/Article

Traumatic brain injury is a serious public health problem. Concussion, or mild traumatic brain injury, is a brief change in mental status or consciousness. Check out resources on both.

APTA Advocacy Impact: Novitas Updates FAQ With Plan of Care Signature Exception

Jul 1, 2025/News

APTA and AOTA are working to ensure the new plan of care exception is accurately reflected in Medicare guidance and educational resources.

APTA Suggests: More on Balance and Falls

Sep 20, 2019/Article

Here are some APTA-recommended resources that can help you gain a deeper understanding of the impact of falls on our health system, and what can be done to reduce falls risk.

From PT in Motion Magazine: Social Determinants of Health

Jul 3, 2019/News

Health care is one thing. But the context of that care, the constellation of factors that can affect health for individuals and entire communities? That's something else entirely—and physical therapists (PTs), physical therapist assistants (PTAs), and physical therapy education programs are engaged.

APTA-CAPTE Joint Statement on Advancing Physical Therapy Education Accreditation

Mar 29, 2021/Statement

The statement is a promising first step to further enhance an already strong connection between the two organizations.

Physical Therapy and Brain Injury

Mar 4, 2022/Roundup

For National Brain Injury Awareness Month, five APTA resources and a roundup of recent research.