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Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

Jun 22, 2026/Open Access

The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education provides strategic advice, recommendations, and counsel to the APTA Board of Directors. Pursuant to association policy Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education Programs, the American Physical Therapy Association codifies that the Commission

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.

APTA Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy: Physical Therapist Management of Patients With Suspected or Confirmed Osteoporosis Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG+)

Apr 1, 2022/CPG

Related Resources The Clinician's Guide to Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis (April 2022)     CPG+ Appraisal Rating 4.5 out of 7  How was this rating made? Highlights All recommendations are adapted from the Scottish Intercollegiate Guideline Network (SIGN) titled Management of Osteoporosis and

APTA Statement in Support of Essential Health Benefits

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Statement on APTA supporting the inclusion of a defined package of essential health benefits in all insurance plans to ensure individuals have adequate access to comprehensive health services that meet their unique needs.

Coronavirus Update, Sept. 8

Sep 8, 2021/Roundup

CDC guidance for the fully vaccinated, new COVID-19 variant, vaccine effectiveness among the immunocompromised, and more.

Position Paper: The Prevent Interruptions In Physical Therapy Act

Jul 1, 2025/Position Paper

Using these arrangements, providers are able to ensure that their patient care does not lapse and that appointments are not missed at the same clinic.

Physical Therapists as Entry-Point Providers

Jul 22, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the association's position on physical therapists as entry-point providers.

Leading the Way

Oct 1, 2016/Feature

APTA's Emerging Leaders program recognizes PTs and PTAs early in their careers for outstanding contributions to the profession of physical therapy.

Shockwave Therapy in Physical Therapy: The Sound of Healing

Dec 1, 2025/Article

Exploring the benefits, evidence, and potential drawbacks of using shockwave therapy to support patient recovery.