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Becoming a Physical Therapist

Physical therapists are licensed doctors who work with multiple patient populations impacted by disease, injury, and movement dysfunction. Are you ready to be a physical therapist?

Choosing Wisely: The Right Care at the Right Time

Aug 3, 2020/Article

APTA is among the medical specialty societies to join the Choosing Wisely® Campaign in creating transparencies between health care providers and patients.

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Mental Health of the Patient and Clinician

Apr 17, 2020/Podcast

Experts from physical therapy, psychology, and the Pan American Health Organization discuss the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and how physical therapists play an important role in the recovery of patients’ mental and physical health. Presenters share experiences from working on the front lines

Serving Your Community

Sep 28, 2023/APTA Social

In honor of the upcoming PT and PTA Day of Service and National Hispanic Heritage Month, join us to for a discussion on ways to find community engagement and volunteerism opportunities, and get insights from our speakers on how they've have broadened their toolboxes to better serve their local community. 

IOC Recommends 'Multi-Faceted' Approach to Pain Management in Elite Athletes

Sep 5, 2017/News

The International Olympic Committee issued a consensus statement recommending a comprehensive, multidisciplinary team approach to address “biomechanics and the kinetic chain continuum, and psychosocial and contextual domains" among elite athletes.

APTA State Legislative Update: Direct Access, Compact, Payment, and More

Apr 6, 2023/Podcast

Join APTA staff experts for a quick look at what's happening in statehouses this legislative season.

Use of Artificial and Augmented Technology in Physical Therapy Task Force

Aug 1, 2025/Open Access

The Use of Artificial and Augmented Technology in Physical Therapy Task Force is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.

Advocacy Issues

APTA shapes policy issues that impact our profession and the patients and clients we serve.

Twelve Months of Health Care Awareness

May 1, 2020/Feature

Beyond National Physical Therapy Month in October, how many months, weeks, and days do you know that have been designated to highlight conditions that PTs and PTAs manage? There probably are more than you think!

In Esports, Gaming and Gamers Join the Big Leagues

Oct 1, 2020/Feature

PTs are making their mark in what has become a billion-dollar industry.