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27 Nov
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CSM Delivers: Aging

As the US population continues to age, PTs and PTAs will take on an even more transformative role in the health of society. Are you ready?   Source: APTA Feed CSM Delivers: Aging

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26 Nov
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What's New at PTNow? More Guidelines and Systematic Reviews Enrich an Already-Robust Resource

The evidence you need is just a few clicks away. Source: APTA Feed What's New at PTNow? More Guidelines and Systematic Reviews Enrich an Already-Robust Resource

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21 Nov
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New Resource Page Helps PT, PTA Students Explore Options for Financial Aid, Loan Forgiveness, Post-Degree Loan Repayment, and More

It’s not easy being a PT or PTA student–but APTA helps to make it a little less overwhelming. Source: APTA Feed New Resource Page Helps PT, PTA Students Explore Options for Financial Aid, Loan Forgiveness, Post-Degree Loan Repayment, and More

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20 Nov
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Revised Pediatric Concussion Guidelines Address Assessment, Return-to-Play, More

Nine conclusions and 7 recommendations on pediatric sports-related concussion. Source: APTA Feed Revised Pediatric Concussion Guidelines Address Assessment, Return-to-Play, More

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19 Nov
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PTJ: Physical Therapy Outcomes Registry as a Potential Leader in 'Systems Science'

The Physical Therapy Outcomes Registry could be the place where the profession meets systems science. Source: APTA Feed PTJ: Physical Therapy Outcomes Registry as a Potential Leader in 'Systems Science'

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16 Nov
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Study: Number of Pills Prescribed Is a Stronger Predictor of Opioid Consumption Than Pain Severity Postsurgery

“Anchoring and adjustment.” Source: APTA Feed Study: Number of Pills Prescribed Is a Stronger Predictor of Opioid Consumption Than Pain Severity Postsurgery

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14 Nov
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The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in the Media, November 2018

Our members are doing (and saying) some good stuff. Check out this month’s collection of members and the profession in the media. Source: APTA Feed The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in the Media, November 2018

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13 Nov
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New Physical Activity Guidelines Stress the Importance of Movement of any Duration

You want blunt? HHS can do blunt. Source: APTA Feed New Physical Activity Guidelines Stress the Importance of Movement of any Duration

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13 Nov
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Proposed Medicaid, CHIP Rule Reflects State Movement Toward Managed Care Systems

As states continue to move toward wider use of managed care organizations in their Medicaid systems, CMS is looking at ways to guide the evolution while maintaining state flexibility. Source: APTA Feed Proposed Medicaid, CHIP Rule Reflects State Movement Toward ...

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09 Nov
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European Psychiatrists Recommend Physical Activity in the Treatment of Severe Mental Illness

November 9, 2018: Could the effect of physical activity (PA) on the brain extend beyond a general sense of well-being? The European Psychiatric Association (EPA) thinks so and has issued guidance that recommends supervised PA as potentially effective treatment for ...

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