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Jun 3, 2020/Author
Eric Ries is the former associate editor of APTA Magazine at APTA. He retired from his position in 2020. Before joining the association in 2000, he was a writer/editor at the Association for Career and Technical Education. Earlier he held a similar position at Goodwill Industries International, and for
Jun 1, 2020/Feature
How can PTs apply change theory and change behavior to patients and clients to help improve outcomes?
Jan 1, 2026/Article
APTA has developed this Disciplinary Action Procedural Document to establish principles to guide the Ethics and Judicial Committee and Board of Directors in processing complaints against a member of APTA.
Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Addresses the responsibility of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to ensure that the best interests of the person remain at the center of services provided.
Sep 25, 2019/Policies & Bylaws
House position: States the vision statement for the physical therapy profession and outlines the guiding principles to achieve this vision.
Jul 27, 2012/Policies & Bylaws
House policy: Describes various circumstances that may create or cause a conflict of interest and outlines general guidance on how to uphold integrity in those situations.
Jun 1, 2026/Article
Volunteers fuel progress for APTA while building skills and connections that shape their professional paths.
Nov 1, 2015/Column
The health insurance "Big 5" may become a "Big 3." Why is this happening? What are the implications for patients and physical therapy?
Apr 1, 2025/Feature
Physical therapists share ways to treat and support long-distance athletes.
Feb 1, 2026/Feature
Ethical decision-making in health care is being tested as never before. Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants are navigating pressures from technology, productivity metrics, payer constraints, and shifting patient expectations.
