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Arc Sign

Nov 30, 2017/Test & Measure

This can be used on anyone with suspected Achilles tendinopathy.

Potential Big Prior Authorization Win: CMS Proposes Significant Changes

Dec 14, 2022/News

The APTA-supported rule increases transparency and lowers admin burden across a range of programs including Medicaid and Medicare Advantage.

Researcher Spotlight

Jul 1, 2024/Column

Sara Gombatto, PT, MSPT, PhD, aims to improve outcomes for Hispanic and Latino patients.

Aetna Updates Policy to Better Align With PT Practice and CPT Code Definitions

Nov 4, 2025/News

The win is a continuation of APTA’s efforts to promote the adoption of payer policies that are favorable to the profession and patients.   

New Collaboration Will Fund Digital Physical Therapy Research, DEI

Apr 22, 2022/News

SWORD Health has committed at least $100k annually to bolster the study of technology use in the profession, and to grow APTA’s PT Fund.

Defining Moment: Training Agents of Change

Dec 1, 2024/Column

A sports PT volunteers in Haiti and discovers a love for teaching the country's first generation of physical therapists.

Urinary Incontinence in Women

Apr 7, 2015/Clinical Summary

PTs evaluate the pelvic floor muscles and develop treatment strategies to help women return to their activities.

Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS)

Jun 24, 2022/Test & Measure

HADS screens for anxiety and depression in all adults over the age of 16.

Medicaid Payment

Medicaid covers health services for millions of America’s most vulnerable patient populations, including those who depend on physical therapy.

Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association

Awards

The Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association, the association's highest membership category, serves as inspiration for all physical therapists to attain professional excellence.