Physical Therapy Resource Guide
Acute Care
- APTA Acute Care
Visit Site - Resource Guides
Access Resources- Amputation and Limb Difference
- Adult Vital Sign Interpretation
- Lab Values Interpretation
- Core Competencies for Entry-Level Practice in Acute Care PT
- Acute Conversations Podcast
Listen to Episodes - Journal of Acute Care Physical Therapy
Browse Journal - Core Competencies for Entry-Level Practice in Acute and Sub-Acute Physical Therapy
A foundational guide for understanding the expectations and skills needed in sub-acute rehabilitation.
Home Health Physical Therapy:
- Home Health Section of APTA (APTA Home Health)
Explore APTA Home Health - National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC)
Offers resources related to home health policies, best practices, and education.
Visit NAHC
Inpatient Rehabilitation:
- Hospital Settings and Physical Therapy
Hospital Settings and Physical Therapy - Early Rehabilitation for Patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Early Rehabilitation for Patients in the ICU - Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy Provide Rehab Value in Post acute Care
Rehab Value in Postacute Care - Rehabilitation Reference Center
Rehabilitation Reference Center
Neurology
- Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy SIGs
Visit SIGs- Balance and Falls SIG
- Brain Injury, Degenerative Disease, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, Vestibular Rehab
Orthopedics
- American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Explore APTA - Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (AOPT)
Visit AOPT - American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy (AASPT)
Explore AASPT - Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs)
Evidence-based guidelines to enhance clinical decision-making in orthopedic physical therapy.
Access CPGs - Independent Study Courses
Self-paced courses on orthopedic physical therapy topics, perfect for continued learning.
Explore Courses - Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy (JOSPT)
A leading peer-reviewed journal featuring research, case studies, and clinical commentary.
Read JOSPT
Pediatric Early Intervention
- Early Intervention SIG
Visit SIG - Comparison of Early Intervention and Hospital/Clinic-Based Physical Therapy Services
Read Introduction - Family Resources for Fun with Physical Activity and Young Children
View Fact Sheet - Early Intervention Competencies for Physical Therapists
Access Development Plan - Early Intervention Physical Therapy: IDEA Part C
Download Fact Sheet - CDC Milestone Tracker
Explore Tools
Pediatric School-Based Physical Therapy
- APTA Factsheets
School-Based PT Resources
a. Navigating School-Based Practice by Leveraging the Law
Read Fact Sheet
b. Overview of School-Based Physical Therapy under IDEA
Access Fact Sheet
c. Determining a Student’s Need for School-Based PT under IDEA
View Fact Sheet
d. Role of School-Based PT Beyond Related Services
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e. Interprofessional Collaborative Goals in School-Based Practice
Joint Statement
f. Dosage Considerations for IDEA
Download PDF
- School SIG Newsletter AXCESS
Visit Resource - School SIG Internet Resources
Access Links
Pelvic Health
- Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Information
Learn More - Becoming a Pelvic Health PT
Explore Pathways - Specialization in Women’s Health
Start Here
Sub-Acute Rehabilitation
- Core Competencies for Entry-Level Practice in Acute and Sub-Acute Physical Therapy
A foundational guide for understanding the expectations and skills needed in sub-acute rehabilitation.
Access Resource - APTA Geriatrics
Visit Website - Essential Competencies for Care of Older Adults
Download Competencies - Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults (CEEAA)
View Details - Balance and Fall Prevention Credential
Learn More - Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy
- Walking Speed: The Sixth Vital Sign by Fritz and Lusardi