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10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

May 21, 2013/Test & Measure

Assesses walking speed in meters per second (m/s) over a short duration.

Grades Weren't Going To Land Me in PT School. I Stepped Out of My Comfort Zone

Feb 11, 2021/Perspective

Keegan Taylor, SPT, knew he wanted to be a PT, but the high standard for admission meant he had to do more.

Direction And Supervision Of The Physical Therapist Assistant

Oct 26, 2022/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapist practice and the practice of physical therapy are synonymous. Both phrases are inclusive of patient and client management, and direction and supervision. Direction and supervision apply to the physical therapist assistant, who is the only individual who assists a physical

It's Time We Spoke About Physical Therapy and Bicyclists

Sep 21, 2021/Article

Treatment of bicyclists has a few challenges that typically are not taught in physical therapist education programs.

Valsalva Test

Jun 17, 2014/Test & Measure

Aids in the clinical diagnosis of problems or injury in the nerves of the cervical spine.

APTA Recognized as HHS National Youth Sports Strategy Champion

May 19, 2023/News

The association joins national and local organizations as an advocate for youth access to sports, regardless of ability.

Top APTA Podcasts of 2024

Jan 10, 2025/News

APTA Podcasts helped you inform your practice, gain insight into regulatory issues, and explore professional ethics.

Foundation for Physical Therapy Research Now Accepting Scholarship Applications

Oct 26, 2021/News

FPTR anticipates providing 15 scholarships for postprofessional doctoral students who have completed one year of coursework.

APTA's Digital Health Efforts Earn National Award

Aug 14, 2023/News

The American Society of Association Executives award recognizes leaders in innovation and member service.

Physical Therapy By Design

Oct 1, 2017/Feature

Tara Jo Manal, PT, DPT, FAPTA, has no training whatsoever in construction, architecture, or interior design. She is, however, a seasoned physical therapist (PT), and she knows from experience how a physical therapy clinic should be built.