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Jan 1, 2018/CPG
The second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans provides scientific guidance to help people ages 3 years and older improve their health through participation in regular physical activity.
Oct 26, 2021/Open Access
Providing physical therapy can place a large demand on your body. In turn, it's important to fuel your body the right way so you can perform well at work and still have energy left at the end of the day.
The scope of practice for physical therapists is dynamic, evolving with evidence, education, and societal needs.
Sep 28, 2023/Video
In this APTA Social we discuss ways to find community engagement and volunteerism opportunities.
May 16, 2024/Test & Measure
May 1, 2024/Policies & Bylaws
Board policy: The CEO is an officer of the Board and in that capacity is authorized to execute or to authorize their designee to execute, on behalf of the association, certain binding agreements and other acts.
Aug 8, 2025/Policies & Bylaws
Bylaws of the American Physical Therapy Association, adopted by the House of Delegates, describe the organization's structure and how it is governed.
Nov 18, 2019/Podcast
Rachel Tavel, PT, DPT, discusses how her travel writer’s journey led her to a career in physical therapy.
Oct 13, 2021/News
The SMART Act would delay implementation, spare rural and underserved areas, and relieve PTA supervision burdens.
Jun 22, 2021/Review
Authors say a better understanding of the factors associated with lower physical therapy use can help focus health care policy advocacy.