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Studies Show Faster Walking Associated With Lower Risk for Type 2 Diabetes

Dec 6, 2023/Review

Researchers found that brisk walking — 4 mph or more — was associated with a 39% drop in risk.

Advocacy Update | How to Take Action While Congress Is Home

Jul 1, 2025/Advocacy Update

August recess can mean real results. Power comes from showing up together. Start planning your meetings with lawmakers now.

What I Learned About Advocacy as APTA’s Harker Intern in 2025

Nov 13, 2025/News

In the summer of 2023, I had the pleasure of serving as an usher at the APTA House of Delegates. One of the most fascinating parts of the experience was getting to see firsthand the process through which the delegates develop and debate policies that shape our profession. The experience sparked in me

Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education Programs

Sep 20, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: APTA's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education is the  one agency for accreditation of physical therapy education programs.

Study: Aging U.S. Population Contributing to Rise in Neurological Disorders

Mar 29, 2021/Review

Even as prevalence and incidence drop, shifting demographics are affecting absolute numbers — with significant differences between states.

Special Events: Make the Most of APTA CSM 2022

Dec 15, 2021/Roundup

Beyond the hundreds of presentations, there's lots happening, and lots to celebrate. Here are four fun opportunities worth checking out.

CMS Final 2021 Fee Schedule Presses On With Cut

Dec 1, 2020/Review

The final rule highlights the need for legislative action to give CMS more latitude in budgets and telehealth.

NEXT 2018: Dreaming Big to Improve Health Care

Aug 15, 2018/Podcast

Julie Sexton, PT, and Michelle Ramirez, PT, DPT, discuss their health system’s process for translating evidence into practice and expanding care through direct access.

Trump Budget Cuts to Medicaid, Research, Food Programs Cause Concern, But Will They Survive?

May 23, 2017/News

With plans that include significant cuts to Medicaid, health research, and anti-poverty programs, the 2018 federal budget proposal from the Trump administration is being met with concern by APTA and most other health care and consumer organizations. However, like nearly every other budget submitted by

NEXT 2017: Bold Moves Toward APTA’s Centennial

Jul 7, 2017/Podcast

Listen to a discussion interview held at NEXT 2017 in Boston with APTA President Sharon Dunn on bold moves the association is making to prepare for its centennial celebration.