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From the 2018 APTA House of Delegates: Rimmer, Corcos, Polvinale, Receive Honorary APTA Membership

Jul 9, 2018/News

Two researchers and a longtime APTA staff member were formally recognized as honorary members of APTA by the 2018 House of Delegates for contributions that have allowed PTs and PTAs to better serve patients and clients.

Expanded Health Reimbursement Arrangement Rule May Widen Use of the Employer Offering

Jun 28, 2019/News

An HHS change may make it easier for more Americans to purchase health insurance that they don't receive from their jobs.

Information Blocking Rule Compliance Date Shifted to April 2021

Oct 30, 2020/News

ONC says the delay is intended to allow providers to focus on the pandemic. It also gives you a chance to prepare for what's coming.

Home Health: Expanded Use of Telecommunications Could Be Here to Stay

Jun 29, 2020/Review

The CMS home health payment rule for 2021 adopts changes implemented during the pandemic.

APTA Presents "Project 11" Live Q&A Event

Jul 22, 2020/News

Two members of Alex Smith's care team will join Stephania Bell for a closer look at the powerful ESPN documentary.

Physical Therapists in the Military — "An Incredible Record"

Aug 9, 2021/Podcast

How did military PTs establish successful, supportive relationships with the military physician community? What are the critical insights for the future of physical therapy both in terms of education and clinical practice? The author shares lessons and insights, including the remarkable safety record

Call for National Plan To Address PASC

Mar 31, 2021/Statement

APTA joins AAPM&R in calling for a national plan to address the needs of the growing number of individuals who have post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infections, or PASC, sometimes referred to as "long COVID."

APTA Launches Online Community to Foster Member Connection and Collaboration

Jul 28, 2025/News

APTA’s new online community offers members a dynamic space for discussion, collaboration, and innovation.

Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT)

Oct 1, 2019/Test & Measure

The Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT) measures fingertip dexterity and gross movement coordination of the fingers, hands, and arms. It was first introduced by Joseph Tiffin in 1948 as a functional assessment screen for hand dexterity in applicants for assembly-line work.

APTA Cosponsored Study: Direct Access to Physical Therapy for LBP Saves Money, Lowers Utilization Better When It’s Unrestricted

Nov 8, 2019/Review

Does unrestricted direct access to a physical therapist (PT) make a difference compared with "provisional" direct access systems?