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Transition DPT FAQs

The correct degree nomenclature for the professional (entry-level) and the postprofessional transition clinical doctorate is "DPT." In these FAQs, the nomenclature "postprofessional DPT " has been used to distinguish the DPT degree conferred upon completion of a transition program from the DPT conferred

Functional Movement Disorders

Jan 13, 2022/Clinical Summary

Functional movement disorders (FMD) are characterized by a sudden onset of neurological symptoms resulting in abnormal involuntary movements with symptom variability that cannot be explained by a conventional neurological or medical disorder.

House of Delegates Livestream

APTA members can watch the House of Delegates livestream.

Physical Therapist Median Income

May 1, 2018/Resource

Salary data for PTs by geographic region, employment setting, years of experience, highest earned academic degree, and sex.

Health Care Technology Today

May 1, 2016/Feature

Could 'Bioresorbable' Sensors Help Individuals Recover From Brain Injury, Surgery?

Defining Moment: The Path Chose Me

Jun 1, 2024/Column

A PT finds meaning and purpose helping other cancer survivors.

Researcher Spotlight

Jun 1, 2024/Column

Laurie King, PT, PhD, MCR, makes sure her research focuses on real-world applications.

Weighty Matters: Physical Therapy and GLP-1 Medications

Aug 1, 2025/Feature

What PTs need to know about working with patients taking glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists.

From Students to Fellows: Celebrating Leadership Across the Profession

Nov 1, 2025/Feature

Meet the seasoned leaders, emerging trailblazers, and outstanding students who are driving the profession forward.

APTA President’s Note | Where We Are Supposed to Be

Nov 1, 2025/Column

APTA President Kyle Covington, PT, DPT, PhD, recalls a memorable patient encounter in this issue’s column.