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Jul 25, 2017/News
Researchers in Germany believe they've isolated a chemical marker that helps identify physical activity''s neuroprotective effects, which could be a useful marker to measure the effects of aerobic exercise on brain function of adults who are elderly.
Apr 18, 2017/News
Highlighting recent, mostly local media coverage of physical therapy and APTA members.
Dec 1, 2019/Feature
As APTA prepares to celebrate its centennial in 2021, we are charting a course that honors the strength of the past 100 years while preparing for an exciting future.
Jun 18, 2017/Review
For at least some, putting off ACL reconstruction surgery in favor of exercise therapy could be the way to go
Jun 14, 2021/News
The legislation would add PTs to the National Health Services Corps — and offer forgiveness of up to $50k in student loans.
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
Aug 7, 2012/Policies & Bylaws
House position: APTA supports the provision of physical therapy services to children with special needs.
Jul 8, 2020/Review
Researchers compared the percentage of program graduates of color with several institution characteristics — and found challenges.
Jan 2, 2018/Review
"Providing a physical therapy consult in place of an opioid prescription is a reasonable alternate strategy for pain management and improved function."
Sep 19, 2025/News
The advisory outlines documentation responsibilities and legal and regulatory considerations for this emerging technology.