In the 28th HP Maley Lecture, Stacey Dusing, PT, PhD, FAPTA, shares a perspective on the
importance of clinician–scientists in bridging the chasm that currently exists between …

Producing science that supports the physical therapist profession in all its endeavors is
critical to ensure that the best evidence is used in practice and education. In this …

As a graduate of a physical therapy program in the 1970s, I was shocked when she informed
us that there were only 81 physical therapist education programs in the United States in the …

Physical therapy research in the United States is at a crossroads. Opportunities are at an all
time high; interest is keen. Faculty shortages, the dearth of a research culture and …

This article offers a framework and practical advice to nurture development of a research
culture within a clinical setting. Information is presented on research education …

Background and Purpose. A critical question for the profession of physical therapy is
whether retention of a greater number of doctorally prepared faculty members is enough to …

Academicians not only should conduct clinical research, but should be the source of much of
our basic knowledge. Although the increased research pro duction by physical therapists is …

I Frequently within these Kditor's Notes and other communications among physical|
therapists, we discuss the" massive changes" taking place in health care. We, and" we" I …

Background There is a need for theoretically grounded and evidence-based interventions
that enhance the use of research evidence in physical therapist practice. This paper and its …

Abstract The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) has developed a clinical
research agenda that is designed to support, explain, and enhance physical therapy clinical …