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APTA's 'Founded by Women' Toolkit Celebrates Women's Impact on the Profession

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

Researcher Spotlight

Apr 1, 2024/Column

Beth Smith, PT, DPT, PhD, uses sensors to study infant movement patterns, which can help inform early interventions.

Podcasts

APTA's podcasts provide information for your ears, perfect for when you're exercising or commuting.

School-Based Physical Therapy

Physical therapy in a school setting promotes participation.

Resources for PTAs

APTA has resources and information to support PTAs.

Viewpoints

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.

Why Isn't Postpartum Physical Therapy Standard Practice? It Should Be

May 9, 2022/Perspective

This is when physical therapy can have a strong impact — during a time of healing, hormonal shifts, and altered body mechanics.

Pointed Pleasures

Sep 1, 2019/Column

Helping children with disabilities experience the power of dance.

Viewpoints: March 2024

Mar 1, 2024/Column

A Second Opinion for a Second Chance

Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM) for Cerebral Palsy (CP)

Jan 21, 2013/Test & Measure

Used in evaluating change in gross motor function over time.