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State of Direct Access to Physical Therapist Services: A Report from the American Physical Therapy Association

Jun 25, 2025/Report (Open Access)

APTA’s "State of Direct Access to Physical Therapist Services" report is a strategic resource designed to equip health care leaders with the scientific evidence they need to address opposition to direct access and drive meaningful change. 

Join PT and PTA students from across the country engage on social media to raise awareness and contact their members of Congress.

Sep 20, 2023/Event

Students are the future of our profession, but they are an even more meaningful voice in our advocacy efforts right now.

Asking the Right Questions About Telehealth

Mar 23, 2020/News

It's not enough to ask if telehealth is permitted by a state agency or payer: You need to ask specific questions to understand what you can and can't do.

File a Complaint with APTA's Ethics and Judicial Committee

If you believe that a PT or PTA member of APTA has violated the association's ethical standards, you may file a complaint to APTA's Ethics and Judicial Committee.

A Very Exciting Surprise

Jun 24, 2019/Perspective

I realized that APTA is a family, and I was hooked for life.

More Content, Lower Cost: APTA CSM 2021 Makes Leaving 2020 Behind Even Sweeter

Dec 9, 2020/News

Register early for the nation's largest physical therapy conference (virtual this year), and get in on all the perks.

ICD-10 Case Study: Outpatient PT-First Visit for CVA

Feb 28, 2020/Resource

83-year-old right-handed female 4 weeks after ischemic event of the left middle cerebral artery that resulted in right hemiplegia and mild aphasia. . .

Move Forward Radio: An 'Accidental' Passion for Treating Pelvic Floor Disorders

Sep 22, 2020/Roundup

This PT uses humor, her understanding of pain, and personal experience to treat PFD.

Study Identifies 60 'Core Capabilities' for Telehealth Delivery of PT Services

Sep 21, 2021/Review

An international panel established the competencies across seven broad domains that include "patient safety" and "technology skills."

PTJ: Estimated 1 in 5 Adults 66+ in Outpatient Therapy Have Cognitive Impairment

Oct 11, 2023/Article

The study of Medicare beneficiaries also revealed better rates for those with higher PA levels and walking ability.