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Physical Therapy Overview for Late College Students

Mar 1, 2021/Open Access

This PowerPoint presentation provides both and overview and specific information about physical therapy education, application requirements, specialties and professional opportunities for students interested in applying to DPT and PTA education programs.

APTA Programs Earn National Recognition

Jul 16, 2019/News

APTA once again received national honors from the American Society of Association Executives.

From PTJ: Office Work Doesn't Have To Be a Pain in the Neck

Jan 10, 2018/Review

Office workers with neck pain may benefit from workplace-based strengthening exercises, especially those focused on the neck and shoulder.

APTA Offers General and Pediatric-Focused COVID-19 Guidance for PTs, PTAs, Students

Mar 30, 2020/News

Two resources: a general PT management of patients, and guidance hat specifically addresses pediatric physical therapy.

Federal Advocacy Forum, Not The Most Exciting APTA Event, But One of The Most Important

Apr 27, 2017/Perspective

We will not advance our profession unless the members of our profession get involved in advocating for it.

My Condition Reminds me of the 'Why' of Physical Therapy

Feb 27, 2023/Perspective

For me, remembering the "why" of becoming a PT is the privilege we have of entering another's experience.

APTA Clinical Specialization Policy

Oct 1, 2025/Policies & Bylaws

House policy: Clinical specialization in physical therapy is a voluntary and unrestricted process.

Physical Therapy Fair Copays Model Legislation

Dec 23, 2019/Template

This model legislation may used as a base to craft language to have limited fair copays enacted in your state. 

Study: Physical Therapy May Be Underused Among Patients With OA

Dec 1, 2017/News

Patients with OA may be underusing nonsurgical therapies such as physical therapy, say authors of a recent study published in Arthritis Care & Research. The use of physical therapy, a guideline-recommended first-line treatment, is “a key area for improvement,” researchers write.

Medicaid Payment

Medicaid covers health services for millions of America’s most vulnerable patient populations, including those who depend on physical therapy.