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Direct Access in Practice

Direct access to PT services is a reality across America, but not without challenges.

New Study Reimagines the Relationship Between Daily Steps and Health Outcomes

Sep 3, 2025/Article

For decades, 10,000 steps a day has been regarded as a near-universal benchmark for fitness and general health goals — often promoted by wearable fitness trackers and public health campaigns. However, an August 2025 study, "Daily steps and health outcomes in adults: a systematic review and dose-response

APTA Retired Member Application

Jan 1, 2025/Form

Retired but still wanting to stay connected to your profession? Continue to enjoy APTA's many member benefits, stay connected, and support your profession—all at reduced dues rates.

6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) for Older Adults

Jun 28, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures aerobic fitness; functional mobility.

Screen for Child Anxiety Related Disorders (SCARED)

Oct 5, 2023/Test & Measure

SCARED is a quick and easy screening tool that combines input from parents and children.

Ways to Support Ukraine

Mar 18, 2022/Open Access

If you’re looking to support Ukraine and the Ukrainian Association of Physical Therapy, please review the information and resources provided by World Physiotherapy.

Study: MA Home Health Patients Fare Worse Than Those With Traditional Medicare

Apr 17, 2024/Review

Researchers describe the lower odds of mobility improvement combined with higher odds of discharge to community as a "cause for concern."

APTA-Backed Bipartisan House Bill Takes Aim at PTA Differential

Oct 13, 2021/News

The SMART Act would delay implementation, spare rural and underserved areas, and relieve PTA supervision burdens.

Busting Payment Myths, Part 8: Wherefore the Payment Cut?

Jan 29, 2021/Perspective

PTs are facing Medicare payment cuts. But what does that really mean?

Researchers Say Knee OA Could Be Addressed Effectively Via App

Mar 15, 2021/Review

After six weeks, study participants using an exercise and education app showed significant progress over their "usual care" counterparts.