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Mar 9, 2026/News
In 1921, a visionary group of women founded APTA and set our profession on a bold, new course. Their pioneering leadership not only established the association but also helped shape the profession's trajectory. This Women’s History Month, we celebrate their legacy and the countless women whose contributions
Aug 16, 2017/Test & Measure
Measures how long it takes for a person to ascend and descend a flight of stairs.
Apr 1, 2024/Column
Beth Smith, PT, DPT, PhD, uses sensors to study infant movement patterns, which can help inform early interventions.
Apr 1, 2020/Magazine
APTA welcomes your opinions. We will consider letters, email, and social media posts that relate to specific articles in the magazine and those of general interest to the physical therapy profession.
May 1, 2018/Column
Supervision Requirements for PTAs and Physical Therapy Students
Sep 1, 2015/Column
As provisions of the new law take effect, PTs had best adopt quality measures and learn more about innovative care-delivery models being created in their communities.
Nov 1, 2025/Column
An athlete turned physical therapist found her purpose where her two worlds met — helping older adults stay active, competitive, and strong.
Feb 8, 2021/Article
PTs and PTAs must be aware of the diversity and complexity of gender identity to provide patient-centered, patient-partnered care.
Apr 9, 2021/Review
The study of nearly 9,000 patients also looked at the potential role of patient mobility at hospital admission.
Mar 31, 2026/Article
With March Madness in full swing, PTs and PTAs everywhere might be wondering: What is it really like to work with NCAA basketball athletes? For Chad Taylor, PT, DPT, ATC, certified strength and conditioning specialist, a full-time faculty member at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, the answer
