APTA's official journal is recognized worldwide for its scholarly contributions to the profession. Physical Therapy (PTJ) documents basic and applied knowledge related to physical therapy, provides evidence to guide clinical decision making, publishes a variety of research that is relevant to the field, and serves as a forum for diverse opinions that are based in scholarly arguments. Like the profession it serves, PTJ strives to enhance the function, health, and well-being of all members of society.
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