Physical Therapy
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Browse Journals
PTJ: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal
Use the official Journal of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Physiotherapy Research International
Explore multidisciplinary peer-reviewed articles.
PLOS ONE Physiotherapy
Browse physiotherapy articles from the open access journals published by PLOS One.
Archives of Physiotherapy
Engage in thought provoking debate on various aspects of physiotherapy and related fields.
Physical Therapy in Sport
Browse issues of this peer-reviewed journal from 2003 - present. New issues are delayed by 2 months.
Physical & Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics
Find a peer-reviewed information focused on the prevention and rehabilitation of health conditions in older adults. New issues are delayed by 15 months.
Journal of Aquatic Physical Therapy
Explore the use of aquatic therapy.
Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice: The Magazine of the Orthopaedic Section, APTA
Discover academic and practical content.
Physiotherapy Quarterly
Explore international peer-reviewed articles.
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Principles of Sports Medicine and Kinesiology
Explore how a healthy human body works during exercise and how sports and physical activity promote health and performance, ranging from the cellular level to whole body perspectives.