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The Profession Responds to a National Health Emergency

Jul 1, 2020/Feature

Compiled by APTA staff from member submissions

Veteran and Emerging Leaders Share Their Views During a Challenging Year

Dec 1, 2021/Feature

Up-and-coming and established PTs and PTAs weigh in on major issues facing the profession.

APTA Advocacy Initiative Wins International Award

Feb 8, 2021/News

The association's #FightTheCut effort, fueled by the APTA community, was recognized for its creativity, inclusiveness, and relevance.

One-Size-Fits-All Insurance Is Shortchanging Older Athletes

Jan 25, 2022/Perspective

Health insurance coverage for outpatient musculoskeletal rehabilitation disregards variability in prior level of function, rehabilitation progress, and personal recovery goals.

APTA Adopts New Code of Ethics for Physical Therapy Profession

Nov 25, 2025/News

On July 14, 2025, the APTA House of Delegates officially adopted The Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession. This updated Code combines into one document the current Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist with the Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant.

Motor Activity Log (MAL)

May 29, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures amount of use (AOU) and quality of movement (QOM) of the affected arm in a person with hemiplegia following a stroke.

Compliance Matters: Identifying Dual Eligibles and Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries

Feb 1, 2018/Column

What to do when patients qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid benefits.

Functional Mobility Scale (FMS) for Cerebral Palsy

Jan 21, 2013/Test & Measure

Used to classify mobility based on distances used in the home, school, and community and assistive devices used.

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.

Truncated Arch-Height Ratio

Jan 10, 2013/Test & Measure

A static, partial (50%) weight-bearing descriptor of arch height in relation to truncated foot length.