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Apr 10, 2024/Perspective
As I am sitting here writing this article, I cannot help but think that it will not amount to the ones that have come before it on this subject. I look for inspiration through different sources, but it only amplifies the voice in the back of my mind reminding me that it will fall short of
Sep 1, 2021/Feature
As APTA celebrates its centennial, there's no denying that physical therapy has come a long way in the association's first 100 years. But advancements and changes are expected to be even swifter in the next century as physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students of physical therapy
Jul 28, 2021/News
It's time to let CMS know exactly what we think about their proposed 2022 fee schedule. APTA makes it easy.
Mar 1, 2021/Feature
Advocacy for the physical therapy profession and the patients it serves takes many forms. These individuals represent that diversity.
Apr 29, 2021/Podcast
After years of working with patients, Sara DeMars, PT, DPT, has learned the power that words and word choice can have when working with patients. Sara believes that through being aware of our verbal communication and avoiding broad language we can actually make a big impact when it comes to patient
Sep 23, 2020/News
The two-day student-led event featured a strong showing of student support for the profession's advocacy efforts.
Jun 1, 2020/Feature
How can PTs apply change theory and change behavior to patients and clients to help improve outcomes?
Mar 8, 2017/Review
Researchers have amassed 12 years' worth of data that shows how extended viewing habits can impact knee extensor strength.
Jul 15, 2025/News
Outcomes in the Competency-Based Education in Physical Therapy report informed by iterative, national consensus-based process.
Nov 18, 2025/Article
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services finalized a 3.26% increase to the conversion factor in the final Medicare Part B Physician Fee Schedule for 2026, resulting in physical therapists, on average, receiving a 1.75% increase in reimbursement under the fee schedule. What You Need to Know Reflecting