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Licensure is required in order to practice as a PT or work as a PTA in the United States. Licensure is managed by individual state regulatory boards.
APTA is invested in the future of the physical therapy profession. One of the most important facets of that investment is our relationship with HOSA—Future Health Professionals. We're honored to work with HOSA and its locally based advisors to nurture and inspire students interested in health professions
Jul 29, 2022/PDF
Federal agencies oversee the creation and modification of a wide range of health care-related regulations, including those around payment. You can help regulators gain an expert understanding of the impact their rules on patients, providers, and systems by drafting a personalized comment letter.
Apr 1, 2018/Column
When it comes to wellness, advice is easy to give but best withheld.
Nov 1, 2018/Feature
Here's what PTs need to know about pediatric overuse injuries.
Mar 1, 2018/Magazine
PTs Must Demonstrate Their Value
Dec 1, 2017/Column
Do you really know what your wellness clients need? That’s the question.
May 1, 2016/Column
Remember, you can’t spell "realistic" without "real."
May 5, 2026/Article
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released its Medicare Advantage Contract Year 2027 Final Rule, finalizing policies related to utilization management, special needs plans, and supplemental benefits. While the rule does not directly address physical therapist payment or scope of practice,
May 3, 2021/Review
Researchers from Brazil focused on leisure-time PA and how hours of sedentary behavior affected the PA-LBP relationship.