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Six Ways the U.S. Military Has Shaped the Physical Therapy Profession

Nov 6, 2020/Article

To all our military PTs and PTAs and their families, thank you for your service.

APTA Federal Advocacy Forum Brings the Profession's Energy to Capitol Hill

May 14, 2018/News

270 PTs, PTAs, and students from 48 states who converged on Capitol Hill recently to educate legislators and staff about a range of important issues impacting the profession. The meetings took place April 29–May 1, as part of APTA's annual Federal Advocacy Forum in Washington, DC.

2018 NEXT: Making the Case for the PT and PTA Role in Disaster and Emergency Responses

Jun 28, 2018/News

A panel of 4 PTs with firsthand experience in responding to emergencies agree: PTs and PTAs have an important role to play in responding to these situations. The problem, they say, is that not everyone fully understands that role—including many PTs and PTAs.

Getting on Board With Specialist Certification: Advice From PTs

Jul 8, 2025/Podcast

Colleen Ward, PT, DPT, board-certified clinical specialist in cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy, chats with three fellow APTA members about their experiences becoming board-certified clinical specialists.

Recommended Education That Includes Identifying Signs of Human Trafficking

Oct 4, 2023/Policies & Bylaws

House position: States APTA's recommendation that education regarding Human Trafficking to Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, and Students.

Health Disparities as COVID-19 Spreads: What the PT Profession Can Do

Apr 23, 2020/Article

Speakers explore the roles the physical therapy community can play in mitigating not only COVID-19, but health disparities in general.

2022 Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture

Jun 16, 2022/Video

Learn about the importance of representation, Sankofa, and trustworthiness in the physical therapy profession.

Promoting a Culture of Health Within Business: PT Is Key

Mar 12, 2019/Perspective

Either we will change how we function as a society or we will face a growing decline in the health and well-being of Americans.

Hasta La Visa?

Oct 1, 2015/Column

A PT who's new to the United States faces termination on the job. Part 2 of 3 on various faces of bullying and their ethical ramifications.

Leadership Development

Physical therapy provides numerous opportunities to lead — in your clinic, in your community, or in your association.