Improving Access to Physical Therapy in Rural Areas.

RURAL health laws; PHYSICAL therapy; HEALTH services accessibility; EMPLOYEE retention; PATIENT education; MEDICAL quality control; ENDOWMENTS; MEDICARE; INTERNSHIP programs; AMERICAN Physical Therapy Association (1921- ); TRANSPORTATION; JOB satisfaction; RURAL conditions; PROFESSIONAL licenses

The article discusses the challenges and opportunities that come with providing care in rural areas in the U.S. Topics include one of the biggest hurdles that many people face when trying to access health care in the region, pressing issues in the rural-care arena, and organizations that provide information and services for health care providers in rural areas.