Looking back and moving forward: PT reflect's on 1999's place in the history of physical therapy
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1999 was a mixed year for physical therapy. Many physical therapists in home health and nursing homes were adversely affected by changes in the federal budget while others found new settings in wellness programs. Over the last 100 years, physical therapy has grown to be a respected medical profession.
Publication Name: PT: Magazine of Physical Therapy
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1065-5077
Year: 2000
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Vision in action: direct access
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This article examines the possibility for legislation to allow unrestricted patient/client access to physical therapists. Topics addressed include direct access and patient safety, physician referrals, and the work of the American Physical Therapy Association to make direct access a reality.
Publication Name: PT: Magazine of Physical Therapy
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1065-5077
Year: 2001
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2001: the odyssey continues
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A physical therapist discusses the work of the American Physical Therapist's Association, as well as the evolution of the physical therapy profession. Topics addressed include how the labor market and managed care impacts physical therapists.
Publication Name: PT: Magazine of Physical Therapy
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1065-5077
Year: 2001
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