Rose Recipient & Platform Sessions
Join us in celebrating the winner of the APTA Orthopedics Rose Excellence in Research Award, which recognizes the most impactful published research article in orthopedic physical therapy practice from the previous year.
Rose Platform Presentation
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Date: Friday, February 13, 2026
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Time: 2:00 PM–3:30 PM
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Location: Anaheim Convention Center, Room: 213ABC
Awarded Research Article:
The 2026 award is presented to Cody Christiansen, PT, PhD, and his co-authors for the compelling article:
Christiansen CL, Kline PW, Anderson CB, Melanson EL, Sullivan WJ, Richardson VL, Juarez-Colunga E, Stevens-Lapsley JE. Optimizing Total Knee Arthroplasty Rehabilitation with Telehealth Physical Activity Behavior Change Intervention: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Phys Ther. 2024 Oct 2;104(10):pzae088.
This groundbreaking research explores the optimization of total knee arthroplasty rehabilitation through a Telehealth Physical Activity Behavior Change Intervention. Don't miss this opportunity to hear directly from Dr. Christiansen about the study's impact and implications for clinical practice .
General Platform Presentations
Interested in the latest research and innovative practice concepts in orthopedic physical therapy? APTA Orthopedics will host a number of Platform Presentations featuring high-quality abstracts on a wide range of topics.
APTA Orthopedics Platform Session 1
| Detail | Information |
| Session ID | OR-25076 |
| Date | Thursday, February 12, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location | 213 ABC (Level Two, Anaheim Convention Center, Main Building) |
| Focus | Foot and Ankle Studies |
| Moderator | John D. Borstad |
| CEUs | 0.15 |
Description:
This session will present current research and perspectives applicable to APTA Orthopedics physical therapy practice. This session may present both scientific and/or clinically oriented topics to promote physical therapy practice and ongoing research initiatives. This session features foot and ankle studies and may include: research, case studies, and/or description of current practice or programs.
APTA Orthopedics Platform Session 2
| Detail | Information |
| Session ID | OR-25077 |
| Date | Thursday, February 12, 2026 |
| Time | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Location | 213 ABC (Level Two, Anaheim Convention Center, Main Building) |
| Focus | Shoulder Studies |
| Moderator | John D. Borstad |
| CEUs | 0.15 |
Description:
This session will present current research and perspectives applicable to APTA Orthopedics physical therapy practice. This session may present both scientific and/or clinically oriented topics to promote physical therapy practice and ongoing research initiatives. This session features shoulder studies and may include: research, case studies, and/or description of current practice or programs.
APTA Orthopedics Platform Session 3
| Detail | Information |
| Session ID | OR-25078 |
| Date | Thursday, February 12, 2026 |
| Time | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Location | 213 ABC (Level Two, Anaheim Convention Center, Main Building) |
| Focus | Imaging Studies |
| Moderator | Thomas R. Denninger |
| CEUs | 0.15 |
Description:
This session will present current research and perspectives applicable to APTA Orthopedics physical therapy practice. This session may present both scientific and/or clinically oriented topics to promote physical therapy practice and ongoing research initiatives. This session will feature imaging studies and may include: research, case studies, and/or description of current practice or programs.
APTA Orthopedics Platform Session 4
| Detail | Information |
| Session ID | OR-25079 |
| Date | Friday, February 13, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location | 213 ABC (Level Two, Anaheim Convention Center, Main Building) |
| Focus | Hip and Knee Studies |
| Moderator | John D. Heick |
| CEUs | 0.15 |
Description:
This session will present current research and perspectives applicable to APTA Orthopedics physical therapy practice. This session may present both scientific and/or clinically oriented topics to promote physical therapy practice and ongoing research initiatives. This session features hip and knee studies and may include: research, case studies, and/or description of current practice or programs.
APTA Orthopedics Platform Session 5
| Detail | Information |
| Session ID | OR-25080 |
| Date | Friday, February 13, 2026 |
| Time | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Location | 213 ABC (Level Two, Anaheim Convention Center, Main Building) |
| Focus | Spine Studies |
| Moderator | Sheri P. Silfies |
| CEUs | 0.15 |
Description:
This session will present current research and perspectives applicable to APTA Orthopedics physical therapy practice. This session may present both scientific and/or clinically oriented topics to promote physical therapy practice and ongoing research initiatives. This session features spine studies and may include: research, case studies, and/or description of current practice or programs.
APTA Orthopedics Platform Session 6
| Detail | Information |
| Session ID | OR-25081 |
| Date | Saturday, February 14, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location | 213 ABC (Level Two, Anaheim Convention Center, Main Building) |
| Focus | Pain Studies |
| Moderator | Rebekah L. Lawrence |
| CEUs | 0.15 |
Description:
This session will present current research and perspectives applicable to APTA Orthopedics physical therapy practice. This session may present both scientific and/or clinically oriented topics to promote physical therapy practice and ongoing research initiatives. This session features studies evaluating pain and may include: research, case studies, and/or description of current practice or programs.
APTA Orthopedics Platform Session 7
| Detail | Information |
| Session ID | OR-25082 |
| Date | Saturday, February 14, 2026 |
| Time | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Location | 213 ABC (Level Two, Anaheim Convention Center, Main Building) |
| Focus | Healthcare Utilization, Policy, and Performing Arts |
| Moderator | Trevor A. Lentz |
| CEUs | 0.15 |
Description:
This session will present current research and perspectives applicable to APTA Orthopedics physical therapy practice. This session may present both scientific and/or clinically oriented topics to promote physical therapy practice and ongoing research initiatives. This session features topics related to healthcare utilization, policy, and performing arts, and may include: research, case studies, and/or description of current practice or programs.
APTA Orthopedics Platform Session 8
| Detail | Information |
| Session ID | OR-25083 |
| Date | Saturday, February 14, 2026 |
| Time | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Location | 213 ABC (Level Two, Anaheim Convention Center, Main Building) |
| Focus | Orthopedic Resident Case Studies |
| Moderator | Stephen Michael Kareha |
| CEUs | 0.15 |
Description:
This session will present current research and perspectives applicable to APTA Orthopedics physical therapy practice. This session may present both scientific and/or clinically oriented topics to promote physical therapy practice and ongoing research initiatives. This session features orthopedic resident case studies and may include: research, case studies, and/or description of current practice or programs.
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