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Study: Aging U.S. Population Contributing to Rise in Neurological Disorders

Mar 29, 2021/Review

Even as prevalence and incidence drop, shifting demographics are affecting absolute numbers — with significant differences between states.

APTA History

Since our founding in 1921, our association has moved us forward together, with a passion and commitment to transform lives and strengthen our profession.

Death From Falls Continues to Climb for Adults 65 and Older, CDC Says

Dec 9, 2022/Article

In the U.S., mortality rates from unintentional falls have risen dramatically between 2000 and 2020, nearly tripling for women 85 and older.

APTA House of Delegates

Our House of Delegates is made up of APTA members from across the country who adopt motions to guide the profession and association.

Congress Is Back in Town: 5 Things to Watch on Capitol Hill in September

Sep 2, 2025/News

In July, APTA and other provider groups secured a 2.5% funding increase from Congress to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for 2026. While this was a positive development, it is a short-term fix. For the Medicare payment system to stabilize and compensate providers fairly, major and urgent reforms

Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) for Ankle Disorders

Sep 24, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures lower extremity musculoskeletal function.

Chronic Respiratory Questionnaire-CRQ

Jun 20, 2013/Test & Measure

Used to measure physical and emotional aspects of chronic respiratory disease.

Acutely Insufficient

Mar 1, 2018/Article

A performance instrument omits key facts.

While The PT's Away

Nov 1, 2017/Column

A star student must question his own hype.