PT Practice Settings
PT's perform triage, screenings, treat vertigo and common soft tissue injuries in this setting
What is the ER?
PT's in this academy are specialists treating musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions
What is the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy?
What is the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS)?
PT's treat children aged 0-3 at home in this setting.
What is early intervention
This section comprises of members who work in the Department of Veterans Affairs, Public Health Service or US Military
What is the Federal Section?
Successful completion of one of these programs allows you to sit for an ABPTS specialist examination
What is a residency?
In this PT setting therapy is provided for 1-2 hours a day.
What is subacute rehabilitation?
This academy is to maximize the health and well-being of those affected with cancer and HIV.
What is the Academy of Oncology?
This certification is only good for 10 years and then requires evidence of continued proficiency and an examination for maintenance.
What is American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) certification?
PT's treat patients for work related injuries at their place of employment in this setting
What is occupational health?
This academy addresses pelvic and abdominal health issues.
What is the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy?
In order to sit for this specialist examination you must be CPR certified and show evidence of knowledge in first responder standards and emergency cardiovascular care guidelines.
What is the ABPTS Sports Certified Specialist Examination?
In this PT setting therapy is provided for 3 or more hours a day.
What is acute rehabilitation
The mission of this section is to enhance professionalism, leadership, management, and advocacy to foster excellence in autonomous practice for the benefit of members and society.
What is the Health Policy & Administration Section?
In order to be a candidate for one of these you must have completed a residency program in a related specialty area or obtained board certification through the ABPTS
What are fellowships?