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Policies and Bylaws

The Board and House are responsible for the association’s bylaws, positions, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Proposed Rules, Wins, and Telehealth - Advocacy and Regulatory Update

May 19, 2021/Podcast

APTA's monthly advocacy and regulatory update covers multiple topics from the perspective of what's happened, what's hot right now, and what to keep an eye on in the future. In this episode: SNF and IRF rules, a sequestration win, telehealth, and more.

Physical Therapists' Role in Prevention, Wellness, Fitness, Health Promotion, and Management of Disease and Disability

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapists play a unique role in society in prevention, wellness, fitness, health promotion, and management of disease and disability by serving as a dynamic bridge between health and health services delivery for individuals and populations.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Toolkit

Expand your understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion and how it impacts your role in clinical practice or the classroom.

Overweight and Obesity Management [NICE NG246]

Jan 14, 2025/CPG

This guideline, from the United Kingdom's National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), covers the prevention and management of overweight, obesity,  and central adiposity in children, young people, and adults. It brings together and updates all NICE's previous guidelines on overweight and

AOTA, APTA, and ASHA Joint Statement and Call for Professional Action on COVID-19 Vaccination and Education

Aug 2, 2021/News

Individually and collectively, we are committed to addressing this public health crisis with the best information, evidence, and resources.

APTA Honors and Awards

Sep 13, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

Board policy: Outlines the purpose, eligibility requirements, criteria, and procedures for APTA Honors and Awards.

Health and Social Issues

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the association's role and position regarding health and social issues.

Nutrition and Physical Therapy

Diet and nutrition are key components of many conditions managed by physical therapists.

Principles and Objectives for Health Services in the United States

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the association's position on high-quality services and business models in the United States that are accessible and meet the needs of individuals, patient and client populations, and communities.