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The Future of Physical Therapist Practice

Sep 1, 2021/Feature

As APTA celebrates its centennial, there's no denying that physical therapy has come a long way in the association's first 100 years. But advancements and changes are expected to be even swifter in the next century as physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students of physical therapy

Vision Statement for the Physical Therapy Profession

Sep 25, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: States the vision statement for the physical therapy profession and outlines the guiding principles to achieve this vision.

Integrity in Serving the Association

Jul 27, 2012/Policies & Bylaws

House policy: Describes various circumstances that may create or cause a conflict of interest and outlines general guidance on how to uphold integrity in those situations.

Commitment to Person-Centered Services

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Addresses the responsibility of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to ensure that the best interests of the person remain at the center of services provided.

Behavioral Change: Motivation Comes From Within

Jun 1, 2020/Feature

How can PTs apply change theory and change behavior to patients and clients to help improve outcomes?

Disciplinary Action Procedural Document

Jan 1, 2026/Article

APTA has developed this Disciplinary Action Procedural Document to establish principles to guide the Ethics and Judicial Committee and Board of Directors in processing complaints against a member of APTA.

Virtual NEXT Now Open

Jun 3, 2020/News

APTA Virtual NEXT, the online-only version of the popular in-person conference cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

CMS Hopes to Reboot 'Pre-Claim Demonstration' Proposal for HHAs in 5 States

Jun 1, 2018/News

CMS plans to revive a home health agency (HHA) "pre-claim demonstration" project it shelved in 2017 in the face of criticism.

Defense Bill Headed for Final Votes Will Include PTAs in TRICARE

Nov 13, 2017/News

The Armed Services Committees for both the US House and Senate reached an agreement on a National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that includes language proposed by APTA to add PTAs and occupational therapy assistants to the TRICARE program.

Dedicated to Diversification

Apr 1, 2019/Column

A student spreads a message of inclusion.