News@NEXT: As far as Paula Ludewig, PT, DPT, PhD, is concerned, the idea of anchoring physical therapy’s identity in the movement system is, to put it simply, a big deal. “This is a huge opportunity for our profession,” said the ...
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News@NEXT: Both wisdom and courage are needed to effect positive change. Laurita M. (Laurie) Hack, PT, DPT, PhD, MBA, FAPTA, opened her delivery of the 49th Mary McMillan Lecture with these thoughts and with her insights into gaining more of ...
Read MoreNews@NEXT: A panel of 4 physical therapists (PTs) with firsthand experience in responding to Hurricane Harvey, the Orlando Pulse mass shooting, the Great White concert fire, and other emergencies agree: PTs and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) have an important role ...
Read MoreNews@NEXT: Professional beach volleyball player Gabrielle (Gabby) Reece told attendees at the opening event of NEXT 2018: “To serve others and help other people is a really important thing. You’re changing people’s lives.” Source: APTA Feed 'You're Changing People's Lives' ...
Read MoreIgnoring inappropriate sexual behavior—a strategy used by more than 70% of respondents—was not found to be a successful response. Source: APTA Feed Study: Ignoring Inappropriate Patient Sexual Behavior Doesn’t Work, But Other Strategies Might
Read MoreThe general aim of the RFI would seem to run counter to APTA’s own efforts to toughen up the rules against self-referral. Source: APTA Feed CMS Seeking Comments on Self-Referral Prohibitions in Stark Law
Read MoreJune 25, 2018: The following members were elected to APTA’s Board of Directors and Nominating Committee on Monday, June 25, at the 2018 House of Delegates in Orlando, Florida. Source: APTA Feed APTA 2018 House of Delegates Election Results Announced
Read MoreAuthors of the study say that’s a number higher than some previous estimates, probably because the CDC study includes anonymous self-reports from the students themselves, many of whom may try to hide the injury from coaches and parents. Source: APTA ...
Read MoreIt’s the first practical application of a concept that could revolutionize licensure mobility for the physical therapy profession. Source: APTA Feed Multistate Practice Privileges to Become a Reality in 3 States
Read MoreNo lasting gains can be made in the opioid crisis until stakeholders and policymakers in the country’s health care system embrace the value of nonpharmacological approaches to chronic pain. Source: APTA Feed Fighting the Opioid Crisis: APTA Releases White Paper ...
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