Listen to this update advocacy efforts to stop the cut, recently introduced legislation, and learn why it is still imperative to continue to take action.
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You Can Be a Military PT
In a conversation from his current station in South Korea, Major Eric Walter, PT, DPT talks about how he decided to become a physical therapist in the military, what his day-to-day is like, and why serving as a military PT is different than in the civilian world.
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Benefits of Early Physical Therapy Treatment for Sciatica
Back pain with sciatica— can upset the rhythm and quality of life. The typical wait-and-see approach can prolong pain needlessly. PT and researcher Julie Fritz shares significant findings that suggest it’s time to make changes to typical care.
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Body Image and Physical Therapy -APTA Live
Join your host Yusra Iftikhar, PT, DPT, Director of Communications, APTA Student Assembly for a discussion on the topics of body dysmorphia, body image, and physical therapy treatment with guests Krystyna Holland, PT, DPT, and Ivana Salazar Fryer, PTA, BS, RYT
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Speaking Up and Speaking Out Influences Change
Learn how you can take action, and why it matters. With PTA Caucus Delegate, Jodi Pfeiffer, chats with Kara Gainer, APTA director of regulatory affairs, and Justin Elliot, APTA vice president of government affairs.
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Grit From the Gridiron – Defining Moment
Physical therapy can help heal emotional wounds, too.
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DEI Discussions: Pathways to Leadership
In this installment in our DEI Discussion series we focus on pathways to leadership. We discuss how to create pathways, how to facilitate them through mentorship, and the ways volunteers can support structures and groups that keep those pathways open into the future.
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Challenges of Licensure by Endorsement for Internationally Educated PTs
Becoming a U.S.-licensed PT, for someone who has attained entry-level education internationally is a feat. Learn about these challenges and how you can make a difference.
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Physical Activity’s Role in Pain Avoidance and Management
Three pain experts share how physical therapists can help people of all ages reduce their chances of developing pain, manage the effects of pain, and lead an active, healthful, and full life.
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Working on an Interdisciplinary Team
In this episode, Heidi Moyer, PT, DPT, shares what she’s learned through her years working on teams and gives tips for successful team work.
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70+ Adults and a PT Share How To Thrive, Despite Chronic Conditions
Many older adults feel good but find themselves sitting too much, out of shape, and out of sorts. Senior athletes Learn how it’s never too late to be physically active and feel good.
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Entrepreneurship in Physical Therapy – APTA Live
Join us as we talk to Ashley Johnson, PT, DPT, and Craig Phifer, PT, MHA, about starting a practice and innovative ways to run a business.
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DEI Discussions: Pipelines to PT – APTA Live
The second installment of our DEI Discussions series focuses on the career “pipeline” and equity.
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Better Together – Defining Moment
The power of teamwork, dramatically illustrated.
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Overcoming Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Pain Through Physical Therapy
Learn about causes and effects of problems of the pelvic floor muscles, and what women, men, and runners should know, including woment during and after pregnancy.
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PTA Outlook: COVID & Other Practice Issues – APTA Live
Sean Bagbey, PTA, ATC, MHA, and Kacey Kline, PTA, BS, discuss the role of the PTA and the value they offer to the profession. They also discussed the implications of COVID-19, the looming budget cuts from CMS, and the job outlook for the profession.
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Sweat Equity Pays Off – Defining Moment
It’s hard to work under a layer of PPE, but the results can be incredibly uplifting.
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Physical Therapy: Gateway to Adventure, Independence, and Community
Participants in Destination Rehab enjoy a hub of adventure, independence, and community in the great outdoors of Oregon, while receiving help for neurologic and chronic conditions.
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Student Success
Student success and today’s students as the future of the profession with guest, Alex Koszalinski, PT, DPT, PhD, Assistant Dean and Director of Curriculum, Doctor of Physical Therapy at South College.
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PT and PTA Teams
Christine Davidson, PT, DPT, and Nanako Barry, PTA, CBIS, won the APTA Outstanding PT-PTA Team Award for their exceptional teamwork and collaboration and share their model for success and answer your questions.
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