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Jul 1, 2021/Feature
While physical therapists practice in only a small portion of emergency departments, their presence in this setting is growing.
Feb 1, 2015/Feature
Lacrosse was named for the stick its players wield. As the saying goes, sticks and stones can break bones. Lacrosse players experience myriad other injuries as well. Physical therapists help prevent injuries and rehabilitate injured players.
Jun 5, 2024/Statement
The following statement was released today by American Physical Therapy Association President Roger Herr, PT, MPA.
Oct 22, 2018/Article
The US is moving away from the traditional fee-for-service reimbursement structure.
Awards
This award recognizes a physical therapy professional who has engaged in extensive clinical practice for a minimum of 15 years.
Aug 22, 2019/Perspective
2 minute read What do you think of when you hear the term advocacy? Do you roll your eyes? Or maybe let out a deep sigh when your professor brings it up? While some people certainly perk up at the concept, there are many of us who associate the term advocacy with some abstract thing we don't need to
The Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association, the association's highest membership category, serves as inspiration for all physical therapists to attain professional excellence.
Sep 30, 2025/Statement
Earlier this month, APTA and APTA Private Practice joined the MultiPlan Antitrust Litigation as plaintiffs. This federal antitrust litigation alleges a conspiracy to systematically underpay physical therapists and other health care providers for reimbursements of out-of-network services.
Nov 4, 2021/Podcast
PTJ talks about biopsychosocial treatment for pain.
Feb 1, 2025/Feature
APTA members share what they've learned about being leaders in the physical therapy profession.