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Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS)

Jul 21, 2022/Test & Measure

This summary measures an individual's chances of having dozed off or fallen asleep during different activities in daily life and contains information on the use of this assessment in patients who experience daytime sleepiness.

Pro Bono Physical Therapist Services

Pro bono services are consistent with our profession’s values and vision.

Genetics in Physical Therapy

Studies have indicated that genetic factors influence many, if not most of the diseases commonly encountered in clinical practice by physical therapists.

Pain Management

The CDC recommends safe alternatives like physical therapy to manage most pain.

Medicare Opt-Out Advocacy

APTA supports legislation that allows Medicare beneficiaries to select the health professional of their choice through private contracting.

APTA Digital Health Transparency Campaign

APTA is asking digital health providers to make the following commitment: Digital "physical therapy" services are only performed or directed by licensed PTs.

APTA President’s Note | Innovation in Action

Sep 1, 2025/Article

In this month’s column, APTA President Kyle Covington, PT, DPT, PhD, explores how innovation drives progress — and PTs and PTAs are leading the way.

Float On: Rose Parade Will Include Float Promoting Physical Therapy

Dec 29, 2021/News

APTA’s California chapter will highlight the profession and the people it serves in the high-profile event.

The Good Stuff: Members and the Profession in the Media, July 2021

Jul 14, 2021/Roundup

APTA members and the profession in the media, July 2021 edition.

Supervision of Students in Skilled Nursing Facilities and Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities Under Medicare

Jun 12, 2020/Article

Some requirements related to student involvement can vary depending on the setting.