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Study: Physical Activity and Higher Motor Skills Create a 'Cognitive Reserve' Even When Brain Pathologies Are Present

Jan 23, 2019/Review

An as-yet unexplained connection: higher levels of physical activity and motor skills seem to create a "cognitive reserve" that buoys cognitive performance during life.

Using a Socio-Ecological Model Can Identify Barriers to Physical Activity

Nov 23, 2021/Perspective

There is growing evidence that additional critical complexities surround physical activity engagement.

Outstanding Physical Therapist/Physical Therapist Assistant Team Award

Awards

This award recognizes outstanding clinical practice interaction between physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who are a part of a highly functional PT-PTA Team.

PTA Direction and Supervision Algorithms

May 24, 2020/Article

Step-by-step problem-solving diagrams to guide PTs and PTAs.

Defining Moment: On a Mission to Promote Pelvic Health

Sep 1, 2024/Column

This pelvic health PT is on a mission to make pelvic health care a reality for all.

Top 5 Questions Physical Therapists Can’t Answer

Mar 14, 2018/Article

APTA's Physical Therapy Outcomes Registry will help to answer these questions and improve practice.

Defining Moment | From Nonclinical to Clinical and Back Again

Oct 1, 2025/Column

One PT reflects on a career shaped by unexpected turns, personal discovery, and the enduring impact of patient care.

Student Focus

Jun 1, 2024/Column

Corbin Olson, SPT, a second-year student at the University of Mary, interviews Michael Murray, PT, DPT, president of the APTA Aquatics.

Coronavirus Reports: What We Know, and What We Don't

Mar 3, 2020/Roundup

A roundup of what was being reported by public health and infectious disease experts at the time.

Custom-Made Advantages

May 1, 2017/Column

Meaningful rituals enhance our wellness.