Episodes
April 2, 2024
Defining Moment: Following a Calling for Advocacy
A physical therapist finds meaning and purpose through politics.
March 12, 2024
Defining Moment: Finding a Place to Call Home
One PT takes a risk by opening a private practice with a mission to serve all.
Feb. 27, 2024
PTJ Author Interview: Early Postpartum Exercise Impact on Pelvic Symptoms
When can you start exercising after pregnancy?
Feb. 6, 2024
PTJ Interview: New Editor-in-Chief and the Student Perspective
How can PTJ help students interested in conducting research?
Jan. 4, 2024
PTJ Author Interview: Influence of Intervention Type for Managing Low Back Pain
Active interventions are associated with less specialty care.
Dec. 12, 2023
PTJ Editor Interview: Alan Jette and Steven George
What’s the vision for PTJ in the next five years?
Dec. 8, 2023
Defining Moment: Opening a New Door
Taking a teaching job proved to be perfect for this physical therapist.
Nov. 29, 2023
PTJ Author Interview With Amit Kumar: Home Health Care After Joint Replacement
Can a shift in payment models impact the quality of care?
Nov. 21, 2023
"The Economic Value of Physical Therapy in the U.S." – Part 2: Advocacy 101
How to use the report as a tool for advocacy.
Nov. 14, 2023
PTJ Author Interview With Matthew Miller: Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults
Tailoring clinical practice for better health outcomes.
Nov. 7, 2023
Defining Moment: Lending a Helping Hand
How an indoor climbing event confirmed one PT's career.
Oct. 31, 2023
APTA Practice Update: Highlights from APTA Reports on Wages and Demographics
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Oct. 23, 2023
"The Economic Value of Physical Therapy in the U.S." — Part 1: Exploring the Report
Get an overview of this landmark report on value.
Oct. 10, 2023
PTJ Author Interview: Effects of Treadmill Perturbation Training in Older Adults
A new study assessing balance, gait quality, and fall risk.
Oct. 3, 2023
Defining Moment: Diagnosing a New Beginning
One PT’s struggle in DPT school led to an ADHD diagnosis.
Sept. 26, 2023
PTJ Author Interview: Key Takeaways From the Research Agenda for Physical Therapy
Which areas of research are key to advancing the profession?
Sept. 12, 2023
PTJ Author Interview: Conflict of Interest and Researcher Allegiance
How better reporting can lead to improved credibility.
Sept. 1, 2023
Physician Fee Schedule Comment Letters: The Whys and Hows
Your voice matters. Comments are due by Sept. 11.
Aug. 22, 2023
PTJ Author Interview: Use of Rehabilitation Services by Adults With Cerebral Palsy
A preliminary study on access to rehabilitation services
Aug. 15, 2023
Productivity measures should include quality and quantity. Insight from APTA EJC
Insight on ethics related to productivity, and more.
Aug. 8, 2023
PTJ Author Interview: Building Better Science and Research for the Profession
The increasing need for foundational research and evidence
Aug. 4, 2023
A Look at the Proposed 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
APTA staff experts discuss highlights from the proposed 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule: Cuts, but also potential good news around misvalued codes, PTA supervision, telehealth, and more.
July 28, 2023
'It's not about having this 25-point plan.' Four PTs share advice for new grads
Tips on finding mentors, negotiating contracts, and more.