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To All Students: Remember, You've Got This

Sep 18, 2018/Perspective

Now is the time to buckle up and settle in, because you're now a part of an amazing profession.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Profession Turns 50

Jan 22, 2019/Article

  While APTA's centennial may be a couple years away, there's another cause for celebration right here, right now: 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the first physical therapist assistant (PTA) graduates. Though a half-century may seem like a long time, the rise of the PTA from something that seemed

It's Time to Walk the Talk When It Comes to Our Vision for Society

Apr 16, 2018/Perspective

One opportunity to transform society by optimizing movement is increasing physical activity participation.

Hiding in Plain Sight: How You Can Fight Bacterial Contamination in Your Clinic

Aug 18, 2019/Perspective

Here's how to limit potential infections for you and your patients.

How Do I Avoid Burnout? A Perspective From an Engaged PT

Feb 7, 2018/Perspective

I have continued to reinvent myself as a professional over the course of my PT career.

The Five Things I've Learned as a Cash-Based Physical Therapy Practice Owner

Feb 6, 2020/Perspective

I started a cash-based practice because I really did not feel that I had any other options.

Busting Medicare Part B Myths (and Regulating Your Expectations), Part 2

Dec 26, 2019/Perspective

Debunking some of the most prevalent Medicare myths.

Student Loan Debt: APTA Member Sandra Norby Testifies Before House Committee

Jun 18, 2019/Article

There is no easy fix or silver bullet to the complex problem of student debt.

Response To Proposed Motion To The Student Assembly Board of Directors

Oct 26, 2017/Article

In August 2016, a group of APTA Student Assembly members presented three motions to the Student Assembly Board of Directors.

Finding My Way: “My 5-year plan is a 1-year plan”

Nov 29, 2017/Perspective

Megan Roos began her career in architecture. But after almost 5 years she realized her career wasn't aligned with who she was as a person, so she pursued a career in physical therapy instead. In this episode of "Finding My Way," Megan talks about the challenge of her transition and how it's made her