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APTA Academy of Hand and Upper Extremity Physical Therapy and Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy: Hand Pain and Sensory Deficits: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CPG+)

May 1, 2019/CPG

This guideline rpovides evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for management of patients with hand pain, and sensory deficits: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) for Dementia, Alzheimer Disease, or Cognitive Impairment (Gait Speed)

Feb 1, 2015/Test & Measure

Measures self-selected or comfortable gait speed (m/s) over a short distance.

Defining Moment: Diagnosing a New Beginning

Oct 1, 2023/Column

One physical therapist's struggle in DPT school led to an ADHD diagnosis and, eventually, a successful career.

Defining Moment: The Glue Holding It All Together

Nov 1, 2024/Column

A longtime physical therapist reflects on the interconnectedness of the profession.

2024 Annual Report

Apr 14, 2025/Annual Report

APTA is committed to building a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society. Through this mission, our work in 2024 remained focused on what matters most to our members. Our unwavering advocacy led to historic wins, and the resources we created helped members

Frailty in Elderly People

Jul 1, 2015/CPG

This updated guideline provides recommendations on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of frailty in older adults.

Ottawa Ankle Rules (OAR)

May 24, 2017/Test & Measure

A positive test warrants a radiograph and a negative test suggests the physical therapist can treat the patient without a radiograph.

APTA Sets Forward-Looking Research Agenda

Sep 20, 2023/Article

The agenda outlines research priorities vital to advancing the profession.

Clinical Prediction Rule (CPR) for Identifying Patients with Low Back Pain Who Improve with Spinal Manipulation

Aug 21, 2017/Test & Measure

This clinical prediction rule contains five criteria for identifying adult patients with low back pain of varying levels of severity who improve with spinal manipulation.

‘MOVE’ Sculpture at New APTA Headquarters to Honor Marilyn Moffat Donation to the Minority Scholarship Fund

Nov 3, 2020/News

The outdoor artwork will be the focal point of the public plaza at APTA Centennial Center.