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In 2025, APTA's 100,000 members made incredible strides for the physical therapy profession. From groundbreaking Medicare policy changes to expanding clinical resources, this year was defined by moments that moved us forward.
Jan 1, 2020/Website
The academy’s mission is to empower our members to optimize movement system performance for those impacted by neurologic conditions.
May 1, 2020/Website
CAPTE grants specialized accreditation status to qualified entry-level education programs for PTs and PTAs.
Jun 1, 2020/Article
Getting involved in your profession's advocacy efforts is a great and easy way to make a difference for your profession.
May 23, 2020/Website
Members have free access to APTA's official scientific journal, which publishes innovative and highly relevant content for both clinicians and scientists.
Dec 1, 2023/Feature
Beginning in 2024, PTs can bill for caregiver training.
Apr 23, 2024/News
The bipartisan measure would eliminate burdensome requirements, protect patients, and improve device replacement policies.
Jun 5, 2024/Statement
The following statement was released today by American Physical Therapy Association President Roger Herr, PT, MPA.
Mar 1, 2025/Open Access
New APTA President Kyle Covington, PT, DPT, PhD, shares his goals for the organization on the eve of the next strategic plan.
Aug 18, 2025/News
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT, is emerging as a noninvasive treatment option in physical therapy. ESWT utilizes sound waves to relieve pain and aid healing. It's important for physical therapists to understand the different forms of ESWT, such as focused and radial shockwave therapies, as