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APTA's PD Guidelines: Your Comments Needed by July 14

Jul 1, 2021/News

The draft CPG, rooted in a review of current research, addresses a wide range of topics.

VA Increases Pay Levels for PTAs

Feb 3, 2021/News

APTA pressed for updated descriptions of PTA qualifications and skills. The change led to a raise in pay ranges.

The Role of Therapy and Service Animals in Physical Therapy

Oct 1, 2019/Feature

As an adjunct to physical therapist interventions, a well-trained animal often can make a difference.

Student Focus | APTA Oncology

Aug 1, 2025/Column

Thailey Leak, SPT, interviews Chris Wilson, PT, DPT, DScPT, president of APTA Oncology, about what it takes to succeed in this rewarding specialty.

Viewpoints: April 2025

Apr 1, 2025/Column

APTA President says 'Show Me the Data'
PT Shares Lessons in Strength and Community

Remembering Clarence W. Hultgren: A Lifetime of Leadership

Sep 21, 2026/Article

Clarence W. "Clancy" Hultgren, PT, CAE, passed away on Aug. 5, at the age of 96. An APTA member for 68 years, Hultgren dedicated much of his career to advancing the profession through a broad range of leadership and service roles within the association.

Internships at APTA

APTA's internships are designed to give Physical Therapy students and graduates experience with their professional association and are intended to benefit the intern as well as APTA.

APTA HQ Room Named for Visionaries Leon Anderson Jr., Lynda Woodruff

Aug 17, 2021/News

The Leon Anderson Jr. and Lynda Woodruff Black PT Heritage Room was made possible through an American Academy of Physical Therapy gift.

Proposed 2026 Home Health Rule: Implementation of PDGM Leads to 6.4% Cut

Jul 9, 2025/Article

In this review: Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Calendar Year 2026 Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update; Requirements for the HH Quality Reporting Program and the HH Value-Based Purchasing Expanded Model; Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies Competitive Bidding

Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29)

Jun 16, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures coordination, fatigue, flexibility, muscle performance, muscle tone/spasticity, balance/falls, reach and grasp, self-care, and health and wellness.