APTQI in the News

A common scenario we have all seen: an older person, after experiencing a fall, faces a long, hard, and frustrating road to recovery. But these individuals are not just statistics;…

Passage of the Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly (SAFE) Act, introduced in the House last month, would go a long way toward preventing falls among older adults. The legislation…

U.S. Representatives Melanie Stansbury (N.M.-01) and Carol Miller (W.V.-01), introduced the Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly Act or SAFE Act.

One health organization is celebrating the introduction this week of the Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly (SAFE) Act.  The Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation (APTQI) praised…

Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) and Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) introduced H.R.7618, the Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly (SAFE) Act. The SAFE Act will permit occupational and physical therapists to administer…

Occupational therapists are critical in helping patients adjust to new circumstances, empowering them with the tools they need to overcome barriers and regain control over their lives.

It’s disheartening to hear stories of physical therapists who are increasingly struggling to afford their training and cost of living while facing lower pay (“Back Pain? Bum Knee? Be Prepared…

Physical therapy is crucial for regaining movement, flexibility, strength, and independence following injury or infirmity. Unfortunately, New Mexicans’ access to physical therapy is under threat.

The Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation (APTQI) called on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to revisit its Medicare doctor fee proposal for next year, saying the changes could affect access…

Falls among seniors pose a significant public health challenge, leading to 3 millionopens in a new tab or window emergency room visits and more than 36,000 deathsopens in a new tab or window each…