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New Data on Musculoskeletal Disease Highlight its Position as Major Contributor to Health Care Costs

Jan 23, 2018/News

Musculoskeletal diseases aren't just widespread— they've also become a significant factor in the economy, with associated costs estimated at an amount equal to 5.76% of the US gross domestic product. That's just 1 of the insights offered in the latest edition of a detailed report.

APTA Is the Key

Feb 11, 2019/Perspective

If we teach engagement, leadership, and self-care, we can better advocate and serve patients in the long trajectory of health care delivery.

Becoming a Better Ally and Advocate

Jun 25, 2023/APTA Social

In the spirit of Pride month and APTA PT Proud's upcoming advocacy series on LGBTQ+ legislation, June's APTA Social will focus on LGBTQ+ allyship and advocacy.

CDC: Rates of Outpatient Rehab Poststroke Low in Several States

May 29, 2018/Review

Outpatient rehabilitation poststroke is still underutilized in many states, according to a study from the CDC.

It's World Arthritis Day: 5 Great Resources

Oct 12, 2018/Roundup

World Arthritis Day, October 12, calls attention to a global problem in need of better public awareness: how exercise and education can reduce the impact of the disease.

APTA Launches New ‘Find a PT’ and ‘ChoosePT.com’ Website to Support Consumer Awareness

Sep 10, 2019/News

APTA's consumer-focused website adopted a new name—and a new look—to support consumer understanding of physical therapy.

APTA, Other Organizations, Will Share Anti-Opioid Efforts

Apr 30, 2019/News

There may be just about as many approaches to battling the opioid crisis as there are organizations committed to the fight—but now APTA and more than 100 other groups will be sharing experiences and learning from each other by way of a collaborative effort led by the National Academy of Medicine (NAM).

OSHA Responds to APTA by Affirming the PT's Role in First Aid

Jun 5, 2019/News

OSHA addresses soft tissue massage.

Awards for APTA

See recent awards won by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Collegiate Standards of Care Toolkit

Use this toolkit to guide you through a self-assessment of services you provide to college athletic programs.