State legislative review and forecast
Article Abstract:
This article summarizes state legislation from the year 2000 that relates to physical therapists and anticipates 2001 state legislative action that may impact the profession in the future. Topics addressed include the political activity of the American Physical Therapy Association and the work of physical therapists to achieve greater recognition for their work.
Publication Name: PT: Magazine of Physical Therapy
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1065-5077
Year: 2001
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State legislative review and forecast
Article Abstract:
A discussion of legislative and regulatory issues concerning physical therapy is presented. Topics include a revision of the Tennessee physical therapy practice act, manual therapy in Virginia, athletic training regulation, and state health planning.
Publication Name: PT: Magazine of Physical Therapy
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1065-5077
Year: 2000
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Manipulation: still hot in the statehouse
Article Abstract:
At least 10 states are considering legislation that would prevent physical therapists from using manipulation technique. Consumers should have the ability to choose from all providers of manipulative intervention, including physical therapists.
Publication Name: PT: Magazine of Physical Therapy
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1065-5077
Year: 2000
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