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Preventing infectious disease is everyone's responsibility. Know what you need to do.
Apr 1, 2020/Open Access
PTs and PTAs have an ethical responsibility to act in cases of suspected abuse of a family member, obligations clearly spelled out in the Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist (4D) and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant (4D). NOTE: If you have an immediate question
Our payment options and dues discounts make it easier to become and stay an APTA member.
APTA supports legislation that allows Medicare beneficiaries to select the health professional of their choice through private contracting.
The movement system is the integration of body systems that generate and maintain movement at all levels of bodily function.
Direct access to PT services is a reality across America, but not without challenges.
Pro bono services are consistent with our profession’s values and vision.
PTs are qualified to serve in primary care roles, but there are policy barriers.
Studies have indicated that genetic factors influence many, if not most of the diseases commonly encountered in clinical practice by physical therapists.
Some PTs add travel to the benefits of a physical therapy career.