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Public and Consumer Relations Task Force

Aug 1, 2025/Open Access

The Public and Consumer Relations Task Force is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.

APTA Practice Advisory: Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

Feb 25, 2026/Resource

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT, is a noninvasive treatment that utilizes sound waves to reduce pain and promote tissue healing, although its exact therapeutic mechanism remains unclear.

Setting a New Agenda

Mar 1, 2023/Feature

APTA's public policy priorities are ready for our advocacy efforts in the new congressional session.

Making the Most Out of August's Congressional Recess

Jul 1, 2023/Feature

There is power in numbers: Start now to set up meetings with your legislators during their August break.

Defining Moment: Searching for Answers

Apr 1, 2023/Article

For one PT, a lack of meaningful literature led to an illustrious career in clinical physical therapy research.

Ethics in Practice: Is It Ever OK to Date a Former Patient?

May 1, 2023/Column

Navigating the boundaries of professional and personal relationships can be challenging.

PTs and PTAs Shine on Long COVID Care Teams

Mar 1, 2023/Feature

How providers mesh can mean the difference between successful outcomes and a patient’s continued loss of function.

Optimizing the Built Environment for Physical Activity

Apr 1, 2023/Feature

PTs and PTAs can play an important role in creating and supporting community spaces that encourage people to become and stay active.

Collaboration in the Community

Jun 1, 2023/Feature

How three academic programs are showing the value of physical therapy now while preparing their students for future practice.