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Falls Responsible for 90% of Injury-Related ED and Hospital Visits Among 65+

May 27, 2021/Review

A new report from CDC highlights the need for more emphasis on falls prevention — including referrals for physical therapy.

Interventions for Breast Cancer–Related Lymphedema: Clinical Practice Guideline From the Academy of Oncologic Physical Therapy of APTA (CPG+)

Jul 1, 2020/CPG

The Academy of Oncologic Physical Therapy of APTA published its first major treatment-related clinical practice guideline — a resource on treatment of lymphedema related to breast cancer targeted specifically at the PT's role.

APTA Lecture Series Returns With Focus on Lower Extremity Tendinopathy

Jun 29, 2022/News

One of the country's leading PT researchers on the condition will provide case-based insights.

Mercer U. Earns Top Spot in APTA Student Advocacy Challenge

Jan 11, 2023/News

It's the second win in a row for the program, which integrates advocacy into its curriculum in ways that inspire involvement.

Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS)

Jul 21, 2022/Test & Measure

This summary measures an individual's chances of having dozed off or fallen asleep during different activities in daily life and contains information on the use of this assessment in patients who experience daytime sleepiness.

Coalition Led by APTA Pushes Congress to Repeal MPPR as Part of Medicare Payment Reform

Mar 18, 2026/News

A coalition of national rehabilitation and health care organizations is urging Congress to repeal the Multiple Procedure Payment Reduction policy. The outdated Medicare Part B payment policy, also known as MPPR, continues to undermine patient access to rehabilitation services and threaten the financial

2025 Annual Report

Apr 6, 2026/Annual Report

As APTA moved through the final year of its 2022–2025 strategic plan, our mission continued to guide every effort: building a unified community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society. In 2025, that focus translated into historic advocacy successes and impactful

Sign up With Luna and Get a Free Year of APTA Membership

Boost Your Income While Earning a Free Year of APTA Membership As a physical therapist, you strive to enhance your patients' health wherever and whenever they need you. Luna facilitates this process for you, whether you're looking for new patients or additional income. Luna is an in-home outpatient practice

Regulatory Action Center

Use templated letters to take action on payment and regulatory issues impacting your practice.

Study: Pre-Op Telerehab Leads to Better Functional Recovery From TKA

Jul 20, 2021/Review

Researchers studied an intensive three-week program, delivered remotely, and found significant gains for women 65 and older with knee OA.