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Sep 3, 2025/Article
For decades, 10,000 steps a day has been regarded as a near-universal benchmark for fitness and general health goals — often promoted by wearable fitness trackers and public health campaigns. However, an August 2025 study, "Daily steps and health outcomes in adults: a systematic review and dose-response
APTA is curating critical advice from trusted sources such as the CDC and CMS in addition to developing resources to support you during the pandemic.
Jan 10, 2013/Test & Measure
Assesses plantar flexion endurance in weight bearing.
Oct 1, 2014/Test & Measure
This is a popular, moderately predictive, reliable and brief method of screening fall risk in subacute and residential aged care.
Jul 1, 2019/Feature
Health is affected by far more than the presence or absence of health care. PTs and PTAs can help improve the health of populations by using a wide array of strategies.
Dec 10, 2024/Podcast
A brief introduction from the president of the academy.
Mar 15, 2022/News
APTA and the Private Practice Section have collaborated to create SPARC — the State Payer Advocacy Resource Center.
Sep 12, 2013/Test & Measure
Target population: People with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Feb 3, 2023/News
Our political action committee is working on issues that matter now and into the profession's future.
Apr 30, 2025/News
The rule offers limited insight into the new administration's plans for MA policy.
