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Choose a Career in Physical Therapy

APTA is recruiting the next generation of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants — and we need your help. Learn how you can get involved in making a difference for the next generation.

Outcomes Measurement

Outcomes are important in direct management of individual patient care and for the opportunity they provide the profession in collectively comparing care and determining effectiveness.

Pilot Study Indicates Yoga Improves Quality-of-Life for Pediatric Cancer Patients and Their Parents

Jan 8, 2017/Review

With childhood cancer mortality rates falling over the past 4 decades, some researchers say it's time to take a closer look at better ways of supporting the psychosocial and quality-of-life needs of patients and their families during treatment—including making yoga a part of the mix. That's the premise

Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS)

Jun 24, 2022/Test & Measure

HADS screens for anxiety and depression in all adults over the age of 16.

Medicaid Payment

Medicaid covers health services for millions of America’s most vulnerable patient populations, including those who depend on physical therapy.

Your Practice

APTA has resources to support your practice, from licensure, to documentation, to payment.

APTA Committee, Council, Trustee Positions Available

Jul 16, 2021/News

The open volunteer positions cover a range of areas — check out what we're looking for and apply by Aug. 15.

Physical Therapy Leader Roger Nelson, PT, PhD, FAPTA, Dies

Oct 26, 2022/News

Nelson's achievements included education, work for the USPHS, and an influential role in the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice.

Telehealth, PT Compact Legislation Reintroduced in U.S. Congress

Apr 9, 2025/News

Two APTA-supported bills from Congress' last session are back for consideration: making Medicare telehealth provisions permanent for PT services and streamlining the background check process for participation in the PT Compact.

News From NEXT: Attendees Rebuild Toy Cars to Aid Children’s Mobility

Jun 25, 2019/News

PVC ratchet cutters, screwdrivers, and wire strippers may not be among the tools usually used by physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants. But at the APTA NEXT Conference and Exposition session "Go Baby Go: Mobility Research, Design, and Technology," those and other devices---such