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President's Note | Choosing What Matters

Oct 1, 2026/Column

How we apply evidence, build partnerships, and invest in one another will shape the future of physical therapy.

Listen Up! Four Recent APTA Podcasts Worth Checking Out

Oct 30, 2023/Roundup

Learn about a landmark APTA report, explore APTA's new research agenda, share in one PT's professional journey, and more.

APTA Wins AMA Award for Education on Caregiver Training Codes

Apr 2, 2024/News

After helping create the CPT codes and advocate for their adoption, APTA launched an education campaign featuring a practice advisory.

Education Leadership Partnership

Dec 22, 2021/Article

The Education Leadership Partnership, a collaboration between APTA, ACAPT, and the Academy of Education, completed its charge with the published report "A Vision of Excellence in Physical Therapy Education."

Scorebuilders

Scorebuilders offers trusted exam preparation resources for PT and PTA students preparing for the National Physical Therapy Examination, including study guides, practice exams, review courses, flashcards, and digital learning tools.

Researcher Spotlight

Apr 1, 2024/Column

Beth Smith, PT, DPT, PhD, uses sensors to study infant movement patterns, which can help inform early interventions.

WHO Adopts 'Historic' Resolution to Strengthen Access to Rehab Worldwide

Jun 5, 2023/News

The nonbinding commitment calls for increased rehabilitation funding, wider availability, public and provider education, and more research.

APTA's 'Founded by Women' Toolkit Celebrates Women's Impact on the Profession

Mar 9, 2026/News

In 1921, a visionary group of women founded APTA and set our profession on a bold, new course. Their pioneering leadership not only established the association but also helped shape the profession's trajectory. This Women’s History Month, we celebrate their legacy and the countless women whose contributions

Shape the Future of the Profession: Volunteer Opportunities Open Through Aug. 31

Aug 5, 2026/Article

Passionate about advancing physical therapy while building your skills, network, and leadership experience? APTA's annual Call For Volunteers offers members the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the profession while gaining valuable experience through service. APTA is powered by members who

X-Step Stair climb test (SCT) (X is number of steps traversed)

Aug 16, 2017/Test & Measure

Measures how long it takes for a person to ascend and descend a flight of stairs.