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Jun 1, 2020/Report
The report includes recommendations, as well as a summary of actions APTA has been taking to address the problem.
Feb 25, 2026/Resource
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT, is a noninvasive treatment that utilizes sound waves to reduce pain and promote tissue healing, although its exact therapeutic mechanism remains unclear.
APTA Magazine welcomes submissions from current APTA members who want to share their experiences, insights, and perspectives with the profession. Here are the main ways that members can share their stories, along with guidance to help you craft a successful submission.
Apr 5, 2021/Open Access
APTA is raising awareness about debt burden and providing support through the APTA Financial Solutions Center.
Aug 14, 2017/Test & Measure
This tool is used to assess adults and adolescents who have chronic pain.
Feb 8, 2023/Roundup
End to health emergency, annual vaccine schedule, dropping infection rates, and more.
Oct 4, 2022/Article
The latest revisions lean on local transmission levels to guide PPE use and say screening should be up to individual facilities.
Apr 1, 2026/News
The American Physical Therapy Association continues its advocacy against the U.S. Department of Education's proposal that would sharply limit federal student loan access for doctor of physical therapy students and students seeking degrees in dozens of other professions. With the department expected to
Awards
This award acknowledges and honors outstanding physical therapist and physical therapist assistant students who are nearing the completion of their respective programs of study.
Oct 9, 2024/Test & Measure
The Hip Outcome Score (HOS) assesses self-reported functional status of those with musculoskeletal hip disorders.