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Dec 14, 2021/Video
We know the power the therapist-patient relationship has in driving successful patient outcomes. What we don't frequently talk about is how those same relationships help us as providers.
APTA is the definitive source for standards of ethics and professionalism in the physical therapy profession.
Mar 26, 2021/Podcast
Two PT students share their experiences in the times of COVID-19. We also talk about mental health and stress — all of which aren’t new to PT and PTA students but may be different or heightened due to the pandemic.
Mar 23, 2020/Perspective
Samantha "Sam" Puller, PT, DPT, has a hopeful message for the Class of 2020.
Mar 9, 2020/News
Wondering whether you can provide PT services via telehealth during the COVID-19 outbreak?
Nov 1, 2025/CPG
Apr 1, 2020/Open Access
PTs and PTAs have an ethical responsibility to act in cases of suspected abuse of a family member, obligations clearly spelled out in the Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist (4D) and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant (4D). NOTE: If you have an immediate question
Jun 9, 2025/Article
APTA is actively working with congressional leaders to address reports of remaining TRICARE payment and operational issues impacting physical therapy providers. These issues, which emerged at the start of 2025 when TriWest Healthcare Alliance took over as the Managed Care Support Contractor under the
May 23, 2017/Test & Measure
Patients self rate the presence and severity of signs and symptoms such as blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, sleeping more than usual, easily distracted, fatigue, feeling “in a fog,” headache, and irritability.
Nov 24, 2020/Article
The culturally competent practice of physical therapy includes practice with patients and clients who have mental or physical disabilities.