Skip to main content

Search

Clear
Filter by Type
Filter by Topics
Filter by Symptoms & Conditions
Filter by Year
APTA History

Since our founding in 1921, our association has moved us forward together, with a passion and commitment to transform lives and strengthen our profession.

APTA Position Papers

These position papers are a resource for legislative staff to learn more about our issues and for APTA advocates to give to their legislative contact.

Safe Pain Management Advocacy

The ongoing opioid crisis in the U.S. reflects the unintended consequences of an effort to control pain by masking it. We're paying a terrible price.

Appropriate Use of Designations

Apr 27, 2020/Open Access

House position: APTA's 2016 House of Delegates amended the position HOD P06-19-51-57 to limit the use of abbreviated designations after a physical therapist's or physical therapist assistant's name.

Safe Patient Handling and Movement

Research has found that PTs and PTAs have a high rate of injury when doing manual lifts, making it important to have a thorough understanding of how to avoid risk factors for injury.

Membership Benefits and Discounts

Membership comes with vast benefits to support you throughout your career.

Physical Therapy in Skilled Nursing Facilities

PTs are part of the collaborative care team at SNFs.

Home Health Resources for Educators

Use these resources to help your students expand their understanding of home health physical therapy.

Medicare Payment for Home Health

We help you keep track of evolving payment policies for home health.