1. (a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a physical therapist assistant license authorizes the licensee to practice limited physical therapy while the license is effective.
2. (b) A licensed physical therapist assistant may practice limited physical therapy only under the direction of a licensed physical therapist who gives ongoing supervision and instruction that is adequate to ensure the safety and welfare of the patient.

Added by Acts 1981, c. 8, § 2, eff. July 1, 1981. Amended by Acts 1990, c. 6, § 11, eff. Feb. 16, 1990; Acts 2004, c. 518, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2004; Acts 2005, c. 80, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2005.

Formerly Art. 43, § 605.