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Infectious Disease Control

Preventing infectious disease is everyone's responsibility. Know what you need to do.

Family Violence

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

Membership Dues and Payment Plans

Our payment options and dues discounts make it easier to become and stay an APTA member.

Medicare Opt-Out Advocacy

APTA supports legislation that allows Medicare beneficiaries to select the health professional of their choice through private contracting.

Movement System Management

The movement system is the integration of body systems that generate and maintain movement at all levels of bodily function.

Direct Access in Practice

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

Pro Bono Physical Therapist Services

Pro bono services are consistent with our profession’s values and vision.

Primary Care

PTs are qualified to serve in primary care roles, but there are policy barriers.

Genetics in Physical Therapy

Studies have indicated that genetic factors influence many, if not most of the diseases commonly encountered in clinical practice by physical therapists.

Travel Physical Therapy

Some PTs add travel to the benefits of a physical therapy career.