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Feb 7, 2019/Article
Participating in a bundled care model can be a wise move, but only if you've taken the time to weigh the risks and benefits—and have an honest look at your practice.
Aug 12, 2022/Interview
The next APTA Lecture Series event looks at how patients' mental impairments can affect thoughts on pain — and what PTs can do.
Jul 27, 2022/Interview
Hear from the first public member of the APTA Board of Directors.
Jun 17, 2025/Article
The Big Picture of Aetna’s Policy Change In response to ongoing advocacy efforts by APTA, Aetna has updated its physical therapy policy to provide unrestricted direct access to physical therapist services. Effective June 17, Aetna will no longer require a referral or signed plan of care for physical
Apr 1, 2023/Feature
PTs and PTAs can play an important role in creating and supporting community spaces that encourage people to become and stay active.
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.
Oct 15, 2021/News
A founder of the nation's first graduate program in physical therapy, Johnson's influence is still being felt throughout the profession.
Apr 1, 2021/Podcast
Defining Moment: Reminiscences of a PT and mother.
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.
Meet the leaders driving payment reform. The APTA Payment Advocacy Summit features clinicians, business leaders, and policy experts who are shaping the future of payment advocacy. From advancing alternative care and payment models to addressing state-level challenges and examining the role of AI in health
