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Association Profile

Jan 30, 2026/Open Access

The Association Profile includes a high-level overview of the association, including the strategic plan, association structure, staff structure, and quick facts about the physical therapy profession.

APTA's #ChoosePT Public Awareness Campaign for Safe Pain Management

Oct 1, 2019/Website

Our award-winning awareness campaign urges consumers to choose physical therapy for most pain management, consistent with CDC guidelines.

Achilles Pain, Stiffness, and Muscle Power Deficits: Midportion Achilles Tendinopathy Revision - 2024

Dec 1, 2024/CPG

This revised guideline from the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy of the American Physical Therapy Association provides updated recommendations to support evidence-based practice, including tailored clinical decision-making, about managing Achilles tendinopathy. This guideline does not include

Considerations for Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinics During the COVID-19 Public Health Crisis

Oct 1, 2020/Resource

The general information here is designed to provide suggestions for outpatient operations during the pandemic when caring for patients with or without COVID-19.

Building Our Community

We connect you with peers who share your passion for advancing the profession and transforming society.

APTA Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy: Knee Stability and Movement Coordination Impairments: Knee Ligament Sprain [Revision 2017]

Nov 1, 2017/CPG

This guideline provides recommendations related to the management of patients with knee ligament sprain and knee stability and movement coordination impairments.

APTA Private Practice Business Fundamentals Series

A Leadership and Business Development Program for Physical Therapy Professionals The American Physical Therapy Association and APTA Private Practice present the Business Fundamentals Series, a 10-week virtual program combining interactive training and networking. Designed for clinicians, practice owners,

Physical Therapist Practice and the Movement System

Aug 1, 2015/White Paper

This 2015 white paper examines the implications of the movement system on practice, education, and research.

The Importance of Term and Title Protection

Oct 1, 2019/Open Access

Physical therapy is not a generic term. It describes the care and services provided by or under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.

Resources for Educators

APTA helps educators empower the next generations of PTs and PTAs.