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Role of the Physical Therapist and APTA in Behavioral and Mental Health

Oct 1, 2025/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Supports interprofessional collaboration in behavioral and mental health to enhance the overall health and well-being of society consistent with APTA’s vision.

First Choice for a Second Career

Jul 1, 2017/Feature

Many PTAs began their work lives in other occupations but have found a home in physical therapy. The reasons are many.

6 Easy Ways to Spread the Word During National Physical Therapy Month

Oct 11, 2023/Roundup

APTA's Public Relations and Marketing Center can help you celebrate the profession (and look good doing it).

Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure by State

Jan 1, 2021/Resource

This data includes the number of PTA licenses issued, as reported by FSBPT, per 100,000 people in each state.

Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Provide Significant Rehabilitative Value in Postacute Care

Apr 5, 2021/Statement

Study across 1.4 million Medicare cases indicates patients receiving these therapies have better quality of life and fewer hospital readmissions.

APTA 100 Days of Service Member Stories

In celebration of APTA's 100 Days of Service initiative and National Physical Therapy Month in October, we look at some of our members' community service efforts. Check out their stories, then get started on your own project!

Psychological Safety in the Workplace

Explore resources to support psychological safety within the workplace.

Locum Tenens in Medicare Advocacy

Patients shouldn't have to have their care interrupted, and PTs shouldn't be forced to suspend services during temporary absences.

Historic Wins: Last Severe Restrictions on Direct Access Eliminated

May 24, 2024/News

Recent changes in Alabama mean that all states now have either provisional or unrestricted access to physical therapy without a referral.

Physical Therapy Leader Richard Darnell, PT, PhD, FAPTA, Dies at 88

Feb 11, 2022/News

Darnell's contributions spanned physical therapy education, interdisciplinary practice, specialization, and more.