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Task Force on the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice

Jul 30, 2026/Open Access

The Task Force on the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below. Apply Now

Licensure

Licensure is managed by individual state regulatory boards and is required to practice as a PT or work as a PTA in the United States.

Physical Therapy in Skilled Nursing Facilities

PTs are part of the collaborative care team at SNFs.

Position Paper: The Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act

Jul 16, 2021/Position Paper

APTA supports the Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act, bipartisan legislation that would require the Department of Health and Human Services to provide evidence-based physical activity recommendations for the general public.

2016 PT in Motion Annual Index

Dec 1, 2016/Magazine

This annual index provides a list of articles published in PT in Motion in 2015 by author and subject.

First Do No Harm?

Dec 1, 2016/Column

A mother's disturbing confession puts a physical therapist on the spot.

Responding to Targeted Medical Review

Jul 1, 2017/Column

CMS is reviewing some therapy claims that exceed the $3,700 Medicare Part B threshold. Here's what to know, and what to do, if you are contacted

Why Physical Therapists Are Embracing Lean Management

Dec 1, 2015/Feature

A process-improvement system adapted from industry can enhance efficiency and better serve patients, its practitioners say.

Overcoming Patient Misbeliefs

Dec 1, 2015/Feature

Patients may hold strong beliefs about their health or health care that are not supported by evidence or facts. How can you best educate individuals without alienating them-and still promote optimal outcomes?

Declaration of (Unlikely) Independence

Dec 1, 2015/Column

Why the majority of workers are employees in the eyes of the law.