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Research: Low Physical Fitness Possible Risk Factor for Later Mental Disorders

Nov 23, 2020/Review

Low cardio fitness and grip strength were associated with increased odds of developing depression and anxiety years later.

Reentering the Physical Therapy Workforce

Thinking about returning to a career as a PT or PTA? Here's how to get started.

New Legislation Targets Medicare Payment Cuts

Nov 2, 2020/News

A bipartisan bill introduced in the House would restore payments set to be slashed — including a fix for the 9% cut for physical therapy.

Making the Most of International Volunteer and Learning Opportunities

Nov 1, 2016/Feature

A growing number of PTs, PTAs, and physical therapy students travel outside the United States to volunteer their services and to learn more about health care worldwide. How can these experiences help ensure a successful experience for everyone?

Carmen Elliott

Jun 3, 2020/Author

Carmen Elliott, is vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and executive director of the Physical Therapy Fund as of April 2021. Elliott is a longtime member of the APTA staff team, having been with the association since 2006. Previously she served as APTA’s vice president of insurer relations,

It's a Hit

Feb 1, 2019/Article

Two children strike powerful blows-and confirm a student's career path.

Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Resources for Educators

Use these resources to help your students expand their understanding of orthopaedic physical therapy.

APTA Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy

Jan 1, 2020/Website

The academy’s mission is to advance pediatric physical therapy through excellence in advocacy, education, and research.

Drew Contreras, PT, DPT, Becomes APTA VP of Clinician Integration and Innovation

Apr 29, 2021/News

This new position serves in APTA's Scientific Affairs Unit.

Rude Welcome

Nov 1, 2015/Column

This PT should seek treatment for a cold shoulder. The last of 3 scenarios on the various faces of bullying and their ethical ramifications.