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Nondiscrimination

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House policy: APTA opposes discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, or health status.

Candidates Statements

Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House policy: The Nominating Committee shall have responsibility to develop questions for candidate statements for individuals slated for national office.

10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) for Hip Fracture

Jun 12, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures walking speed in meters per second (m/s) over a short duration.

To MIPs or Not?

Jan 15, 2021/Infographic

Do you have to participate in MIPS? Can you participate voluntarily? Or do you sit out participation for now? Use this decision tree to help you determine your status and your options.

Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS)

Jun 14, 2017/Test & Measure

Assesses the extent of catastrophic thinking due to low back pain according to three components: rumination, magnification, and helplessness.

Coding for Timed Codes

Over the years there has been much confusion over the coding of minutes when billing private payers. APTA recommends billing be consistent to all payers.

In the Ring: Supporting Athletes in Combat Sports

Oct 1, 2025/Feature

Combat sports push athletes — and PTs — to their limits. Learn how PTs apply evidence-based care in unpredictable, high-risk environments.

The Perils of Passivity

Mar 1, 2015/Column

When a mandate impedes best practice.

Bridging Borders: The Journey to U.S. Physical Therapist Practice

Dec 1, 2024/Feature

Internationally educated PTs bring diverse viewpoints to the U.S. workforce but can encounter obstacles along the way.

Looking for the Zebras

Jul 1, 2021/Column

Every patient is a one in a million.