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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 is managed by individual state regulatory boards and is required to practice as a PT or work as a PTA in the United States.
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.
Sep 1, 2022/Feature
More than two decades ago, a group of physical therapist assistants helped guide a big change at APTA. In the process they did something even more important — they became lifelong colleagues and friends as the "Barefoot Gang."
Jun 1, 2023/Feature
Recent DPT grads carry an average of more than $80,000 in student debt. Even if you aren't one of them, here’s why you should care and what's being done to mitigate it.
Dec 1, 2022/Feature
Medicare data shows that physical therapy of needed intensity improves functionality and saves money across post-acute care settings.
Aug 10, 2021/News
The seven-story atrium, a focal point of APTA Centennial Center, will be named in honor of the past APTA president.
Aug 1, 2024/Feature
A DPT degree can pave the way for many different career paths. Here are four PTs who use their skills in roles outside of the clinic.
Sep 1, 2023/Feature
Lecturer Emmanuel John showed the societal cost of a nondiverse physical therapy profession and urged a new approach to making progress.
May 1, 2022/Article
APTA builds off the success of one strategic plan while launching the next one.
