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Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Statement on APTA supporting the inclusion of a defined package of essential health benefits in all insurance plans to ensure individuals have adequate access to comprehensive health services that meet their unique needs.
May 21, 2013/Test & Measure
10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) for Spinal Cord Injury
Jan 24, 2025/News
Increased transparency and clarity around coverage criteria are intended to improve protections for MA beneficiaries.
Nov 1, 2019/Feature
In 1991, Kimberly Steinbarger, PT, MHS, had a minor injury that did not heal as expected. She had jammed her finger in a door and, 2 weeks later, found it odd that the swelling had not subsided. Making matters more alarming, one morning she noticed that the same finger on her other hand had swelled up.
Aug 4, 2025/Article
APTA is powered by members who step up, speak out, and drive the profession forward. Volunteering is not only a chance to influence the future of physical therapy but a prime opportunity to foster connections, hone critical skills, and advance your career through service.
Apr 3, 2026/Article
This National Volunteer Month, APTA is shining a spotlight on the integral role volunteers play in shaping our association and the profession of physical therapy. APTA is fueled by thousands of volunteers — guiding policy, mentoring rising leaders, and driving innovation in clinical practice.
Jan 10, 2013/Test & Measure
Used to evaluate symptoms of Achilles tendinopathy and their effect on physical activity; can be used to determine clinical severity and provide a guideline for treatment and for monitoring the effect of treatment.
Apr 29, 2013/Test & Measure
10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) (also known as "Gait Speed") for Parkinson Disease
Jun 16, 2013/Test & Measure
Measures various functional abilities related to sitting balance.
Apr 1, 2024/Column
Beth Smith, PT, DPT, PhD, uses sensors to study infant movement patterns, which can help inform early interventions.