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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.

Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association

Awards

The Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association, the association's highest membership category, serves as inspiration for all physical therapists to attain professional excellence.

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.

Your Practice

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

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.

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

The Heart of the Storm: I'm a PT in Manhattan. Here's What it's Been Like

Apr 2, 2020/Perspective

One day my schedule was full and our clinic was bustling, and the next the cancellations came sweeping in.

3 Reasons You Should Host an APTA National Advocacy Dinner in April

Apr 4, 2023/Article

The initiative, aimed at students but fun for anyone, brings the physical therapy community together to learn about making our voices heard.

PT For Future Me: APTA’s New National Physical Therapy Month Campaign

Oct 1, 2025/News

October is National Physical Therapy Month — a time to celebrate the profession, spotlight the many benefits of physical therapy, and showcase the impact that physical therapists and physical therapist assistants have on improving the health of society.