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2021 House of Delegates Recap

Sep 14, 2021/News

The association's representative body of the membership addressed racism, DEI, PTA involvement, COVID-19, productivity standards, and more.

APTA President's Podcast: Making Our Profession Sustainable Through Advocacy — The Work Never Stops

May 4, 2022/Podcast

Explore lesser-known APTA advocacy with President Roger Herr.

Senate Introduces Companion Legislation To Help Patients Avoid Interruptions in Their Care

Jul 10, 2025/News

If enacted, PTs across the country would be allowed to secure substitute care for patients during an absence.

The Untrained Eye

Nov 1, 2018/Column

Promising technology and a clinician who feels compromised.

PTJ Author Interview With Shannon Richardson and Kimberly Varnado: Transitioning to Equitable Grading Practices

Oct 15, 2024/Podcast

Learn about what inspired two physical therapists transitions from traditional grading practices to equitable grading practices at the College of Saint Mary DPT program.

Resist Burnout and Help More Patients — Evidence-Based Solutions for Modern Health Care

Dec 14, 2021/Video

We know the power the therapist-patient relationship has in driving successful patient outcomes. What we don't frequently talk about is how those same relationships help us as providers.

Asthma

Jan 20, 2015/Clinical Summary

PTs provide skilled examinations, therapeutic interventions, and education that have the potential to help people with asthma.

Physical Therapy Education Applicant Numbers Reach Record in 2025-26 Cycle

Jun 24, 2026/Article

Interest in physical therapy careers remains strong, with the number of applicants to Doctor of Physical Therapy programs reaching a record high in the 2025–26 cycle. Data from APTA's Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service, or PTCAS, shows that 19,236 unique applicants completed the application

APTA Coronavirus Update: Jan. 8

Jan 8, 2021/Roundup

Vaccine distribution, proning and nerve injury, rehab for COVID patients, and more.

Dementia

May 29, 2017/Clinical Summary

PTs work with patients with dementia to address mobility and strength limitations, minimize fall risk factors, and enhance the patient’s quality of life.