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PTs are qualified to serve in primary care roles, but there are policy barriers.
Aug 29, 2022/Review
CMS took the advice of APTA and others, and made some additional adjustments of its own. The result: a welcome 2.7% increase.
May 3, 2022/Review
An analysis of multiple studies found participants who reached just half of the weekly PA recommendation saw a 18% drop in depression risk.
Apr 17, 2023/Roundup
It's no secret that APTA couldn't exist without its extensive network of member volunteers.
Aug 13, 2024/Podcast
A PT's journey with rock climbing and movement science.
Jun 18, 2024/Perspective
Samuel O’Melia, PT, DPT, shares the experience of APTA Alaska in establishing a community clinic, with advice for other chapters that might want to do the same.
Jun 28, 2024/Video
Recording of a live discussion on PHTI's recent evaluation of virtual musculoskeletal care and its impact on the physical therapy profession.
Feb 25, 2026/News
This week, the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Health, through which most legislation affecting Medicare and Medicaid passes, held a hearing titled "Advancing the Next Generation of America's Healthcare Workforce." As part of this effort, APTA submitted an official statement for the record to the
Oct 16, 2025/Resource
Primary care physical therapy highlights the role of physical therapists as integral members of a patient’s primary care team. Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants should familiarize themselves with the specific roles, scope, and competencies that define primary care physical therapy.
Jun 1, 2020/Feature
PTs and PTAs who are rock climbers have a passion for the sport and for helping their fellow climbers avoid and rehab from injuries.
