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Diversity Climate: A Key for Successful Diversity Management in Physical Therapy

Nov 13, 2020/Resource

This course introduces physical therapy professionals to the concept of Diversity Climate and its relationship to positive organizational outcomes.

Role of Aides in Physical Therapy Service

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapy aides are any support personnel who perform designated tasks related to the operation of the physical therapy service.

Remembering Peter A. Towne: A Life Dedicated to Service

Mar 31, 2026/Article

Peter Alan Towne, PT, FAPTA, passed away on March 11, 2026, at the age of 90. He left an indelible mark on the association across nearly 70 years as an APTA member, joining in 1958 while a physical therapy student at the University of Iowa.

In Praise of Low-Tech Tools

Aug 1, 2019/Feature

In an increasingly technological age, mainstay items of physical therapy such as exercise balls, foam rollers, and elastic resistance bands retain their therapeutic value-and will continue to do so, these PTs say.

Pothole, Pitfalls

Jul 1, 2015/Column

Treatment questions for a workplace injury.

Healthy Growth in Wellness Services

May 1, 2020/Feature

An increasing number of PTs are offering them. Continuing challenges include payment and public understanding.

Physical Therapy's Voice in Key Quality Measurement, Coding Groups Grows

Sep 29, 2023/News

APTA members are informing key decisions in a rapidly evolving area of health care regulation.

Student Experience in Times of COVID-19

Mar 26, 2021/Podcast

Two PT students share their experiences in the times of COVID-19. We also talk about mental health and stress — all of which aren’t new to PT and PTA students but may be different or heightened due to the pandemic.

The Role of Therapy and Service Animals in Physical Therapy

Oct 1, 2019/Feature

As an adjunct to physical therapist interventions, a well-trained animal often can make a difference.

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Lives are changed every day by physical therapy. But in order for PTs and PTAs to make those changes possible, they need to leverage systems that allow them to thrive in their careers.