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Sep 1, 2024/Column
APTA President Herr: 4 Takes on Embracing Change for the Better
Aug 1, 2018/Column
The case for benching a problematic member.
Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: The physical therapist has oversight of all documentation regardless of the setting in which physical therapist services are provided and shall comply with jurisdictional documentation requirements.
Jul 22, 2025/Podcast
In this episode, Alice Bell, PT, DPT, senior specialist, health policy and payment, is joined by Wanda Evans, PT, DPT, MHS, senior specialist, health policy and payment, to discuss how APTA advocacy led to Aetna’s decision to provide unrestricted direct access to physical therapist services.
Feb 1, 2024/Feature
Three recent reports give APTA and its members data on the demographics, salaries, and vacancies in the profession. Here's how it impacts you.
Apr 12, 2023/News
The physical therapy profession has evolved, and so has its foundational resource.
May 1, 2024/Clinical Summary
This clinical summary provides information on the background, pathophysiology, and management of people who are at risk for and who have had a cerebrovascular accident.
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.
Aug 23, 2017/Test & Measure
A 6 point Oxford scale (0=no contraction, 1=flicker, 2=weak, 3=moderate, 4=good (with lift), and 5=strong) used during internal examination to measure pelvic floor muscle strength in women. (4)
Apr 23, 2018/Perspective
During my clinicals I learned lessons that changed me personally and professionally.
