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PTCAS, the physical therapist centralized application service provided by APTA, allows you to apply to multiple physical therapist education programs with one application and set of resources.
Sep 22, 2023/News
The program supports post-professional doctoral students both prior to and post-candidacy.
PT CPI provides a standardized training and assessment tool designed to educate physical therapist students, and other members of physical therapy program academia.
Sep 1, 2025/Feature
Learn how people are using "The Economic Value of Physical Therapy in the United States" to make the case that physical therapy is cost-effective.
Nov 12, 2025/Podcast
Listening Time — 32:06 Listen on Apple Listen on Castbox Listen on Spotify What do Americans really think about physical therapy — and what’s keeping more people from seeing a PT? In this episode of the APTA Podcast, host Alicia Hosmer sits down with APTA’s Drew Contreras and Emilio Rouco, as well as
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
Dec 10, 2024/Podcast
A brief introduction from the president of the academy.
Mar 3, 2026/Article
From their first steps to their golden years, Americans want to live longer, healthier lives. Yet, according to APTA's latest consumer research report, many don't know that physical therapy is a powerful tool to help them achieve their long-term health goals. APTA's new ChoosePT public awareness campaign,
Sep 12, 2013/Test & Measure
Target population: People with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Mar 15, 2022/News
APTA and the Private Practice Section have collaborated to create SPARC — the State Payer Advocacy Resource Center.
