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Sep 14, 2021/News
The 2021 Maley Lecture was a sobering look at what health care is getting wrong — and a hopeful call for PTs and PTAs to set things right.
Apr 22, 2025/News
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Christine McDonough, PT, PhD, FAPTA, on Dec. 18, 2024. Christine was diagnosed with cancer in the fall of 2023. She was a force, with an incredible drive and zest for life. Her contributions to the fields of physical therapy
Jul 16, 2021/News
The open volunteer positions cover a range of areas — check out what we're looking for and apply by Aug. 15.
Feb 3, 2023/News
The association will collaborate with agencies, universities, and health care organizations in the Total Worker Health® initiative.
Oct 26, 2022/News
Nelson's achievements included education, work for the USPHS, and an influential role in the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice.
Apr 9, 2025/News
Two APTA-supported bills from Congress' last session are back for consideration: making Medicare telehealth provisions permanent for PT services and streamlining the background check process for participation in the PT Compact.
Apr 6, 2021/News
The study of 1.4 million Medicare patients finds differing patient needs, but a consistent result: more therapy = better outcomes.
Jan 18, 2022/Open Access
When something like a health crisis sweeps the nation, threatening your practice, patients' health, and basic sources of happiness, it's a lot harder to dredge up positive emotions and feelings.
We recognize outstanding achievements by our members through an annual honors and awards program.
Outcomes are important in direct management of individual patient care and for the opportunity they provide the profession in collectively comparing care and determining effectiveness.