Tag Archives: American Physical Therapy Association

Are You Running Your Physical Therapy Practice as a Business?

A passion for helping individuals overcome limitations and regain function is often the motivation behind starting a physical therapy clinic. Yet, many physical therapy clinic owners don’t always think of their practice as a business. Today’s expert makes a case for running a physical therapy clinic as a business.  Jeff Ostrowski, PT, and CEO of [...]

Health Care Expert Fran Fowler Shares Predictions for Physical Therapy in 2011

The health care reform legislation passed earlier this year has many wondering how it will impact the future of physical therapy. To help take some of the ambiguity out of health care reform and what trends you can expect in 2011, Fran Fowler, health care expert and President of Fowler Healthcare Affiliates, Inc., shares her [...]

Author Shares Benefits of Practicing Evidence-Based Physical Therapy

Guided by integrity, life-long learning, and a commitment to comprehensive and accessible health programs for all people, physical therapists and physical therapist assistants will render evidence-based services throughout the continuum of care and improve quality of life for society. APTA Vision Statement for Physical Therapy 2020

Pros and Cons of Pursuing Clinical Specialization in Physical Therapy

Physical therapists looking to expand their services and gain a competitive edge may find the solution in clinical specialization.  H. Steven Sadowsky, PT, RRT, MS, CCS, Assistant Professor and Associate Chair for Professional Education at Northwestern University, recently discussed clinical specialization at the opening ceremony of the APTA 2010 Combined Sections Meeting. Today, he shares [...]