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Dec 18, 2017/Perspective
Transitioning from one year to the next always feels like the start of something exciting and new, and that's especially true as we enter 2018. APTA's centennial is approaching on the horizon in 2021, which means that a first-year DPT student in 2018 will be starting their career as our association turns
Mar 29, 2019/News
Sometimes physical therapy doesn't just heal an injury, it changes the course of a patient's life for the better. Colleen Rapp, a press operator for the Denver Post, thought her physically demanding job was exercise enough—until she got a wholistic view of her health status from her physical therapist
May 8, 2018/News
The new group, called the Clinical Education Strategy Group, is sponsoring an action-planning meeting this fall.
Jul 18, 2023/News
Data analysis also demonstrates that APTA membership is a good reflection of the profession overall.
Sep 3, 2025/Article
For decades, 10,000 steps a day has been regarded as a near-universal benchmark for fitness and general health goals — often promoted by wearable fitness trackers and public health campaigns. However, an August 2025 study, "Daily steps and health outcomes in adults: a systematic review and dose-response
Aug 12, 2025/Open Access
Meaningful reforms to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, expanding access to PT falls screening and prevention, increasing access to pelvic health physical therapy, and expanding locum tenens arrangements under Medicare. These pertinent issues were at the forefront of conversations, as 500 APTA members
Jan 1, 2025/Form
Continue to enjoy APTA's many member benefits, stay connected, and support your profession—all at reduced dues rates.
Sep 28, 2020/Podcast
Ashley Johnson, PT, DPT, and Craig Phifer, PT, MHA, talk about starting a practice and innovative ways to run a business in this podcast.
Apr 1, 2020/Perspective
Climbing taught me how to be resilient and strong, and the lessons I learned in climbing remind me, that yes, we will get through this — together.
May 6, 2020/Podcast
An emergency department PT shares insight on what working in this setting is like, and gives advice to students and new grads considering pursing the ED as a career path.