Does the Joint Statement mean that physical therapists who offer a continuing education course teaching joint mobilization must allow athletic trainers to take the course?
No. In the Joint Statement both organizations agree that physical therapists “are free to refrain from teaching certain content to any audience if they determine that the content is not appropriate for the audience.” 7. The Joint Statement says that APTA should not make false or deceptive statements, including false or deceptive statements about qualifications of athletic trainers. Doesn’t this statement hamper APTA’s ability to advocate vigorously, in particular with regard to matters affecting athletic trainers? No. APTA does not make false or deceptive statements in our advocacy. APTA will continue to advocate on behalf of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and their patients.
