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Blood Flow Restriction, Beyond Just Muscle

Jul 16, 2021/Perspective

Blood flow restriction: it's not just about muscle anymore.

APTA Advocacy Leads to Direct Access for Millions Covered by Aetna

Jun 17, 2025/Article

The Big Picture of Aetna’s Policy Change In response to ongoing advocacy efforts by APTA, Aetna has updated its physical therapy policy to provide unrestricted direct access to physical therapist services. Effective June 17, Aetna will no longer require a referral or signed plan of care for physical

A Call to Action: Joe Godges Says PTs Need to Expand Their Approach to MSK Pain

Aug 12, 2022/Interview

The next APTA Lecture Series event looks at how patients' mental impairments can affect thoughts on pain — and what PTs can do.

5 Questions for the Public Member of the APTA Board of Directors

Jul 27, 2022/Interview

Hear from the first public member of the APTA Board of Directors.

Ownership Change And Medicare

Jul 1, 2019/Column

Here are the basics on what to report and under what circumstances.

Maximizing Your Potential as a Professional

Jan 14, 2021/Podcast

Zach shares his message to seek out more information, identify bias and limitations when they exist, find mentors, and reflect on experiences whenever possible.

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.

Outcomes Assessments

Jul 28, 2020/Resource

This document presents the various perspectives on and levels of outcomes assessment as they are present in physical therapist and physical therapist assistant education programs.

Advocacy Issues

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

Inclusion of Physical Therapist Referral in Clinical Guidelines and Recommendations

Oct 4, 2023/Policies & Bylaws

House position: APTA supports inclusion of the pathway for referral to a physical therapist for physical therapist management in clinical guidelines and recommendations.