Category Archives: info

Video of a standout session from the 2016 NEXT Conference is now available–don’t miss it. Source: APTA Feed Video of Popular Roundtable Discussion on Physical Therapy and Pain Management Now Available

Wii, PlayStation, XBox as rehab aids – what the studies say. Source: APTA Feed Systematic Review: Commercial Video Games Likely a Good Option for Rehab

A patient-centered outcomes institute continues to recognize the valuable role of physical therapy. Source: APTA Feed Patient-Centered Outcomes Institute Recognizes Physical Therapy's Role – Again

August, 2016 Good Stuff: PTs and the Olympics, PT wilderness rescue, helping in Nicaragua, and more. Source: APTA Feed The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in Local News, August 2016

Could certain assistive technologies actually aid in neurological recovery? Source: APTA Feed Researchers Say Brain-Controlled Exoskeleton Training Sparked Neurological Improvement in Individuals With Paraplegia

APTA’s at the table for discussions with a large UM vendor. Source: APTA Feed APTA's Participation on Utilization Management Vendor Group Opens Channels for Increased Communication

August 12, 2016: Fifteen seasoned physical therapy educators have deepened their knowledge and skills over the past year, thanks to the APTA Education Leadership Institute (ELI) Fellowship. Source: APTA Feed 2016 ELI Fellows Graduate From APTA Education Leadership Institute

Get APTA’s summary of the final CMS rules on SNFs and IRFs. Source: APTA Feed SNF, IRF Final Rules Increase Payment—And Reporting Requirements

The New York Times: “Minorities tend to receive less treatment for pain than whites, and suffer more disability as well.” Source: APTA Feed NYT: Racial Disparities in Pain Treatment

A new study looks at which sports produce the most ED visits and inpatient admissions. Source: APTA Feed Bike Riding Most Common Sports-Related Reason for ED Visits and Inpatient Admissions