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Search Now Open for the Next Public Member of the APTA Board

Jul 8, 2024/News

Applications to be the next public member, which cannot be held by a PT or PTA, are due Aug. 15.

First-Ever Telerehab CPG Specifically for PTs and PTAs Now Available

Mar 22, 2024/News

APTA's newest clinical practice guideline is designed to inform practice and enlighten payers and policymakers.

APTA-Backed Senate Resolution Focuses on 'Epidemic of Burnout' in Health Care

Mar 12, 2024/News

The resolution articulates support for reduced administrative burden and better access to mental health care for providers.

New VA Scheduling System Eases Administrative Burden for Community Care PTs

Apr 28, 2026/Article

Physical therapists providing care to veterans through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Community Care Network are seeing long-awaited relief from administrative hurdles in coordinated care. Originally launched in 2020 and expanded in 2026, the VA's External Provider Scheduling, or EPS, system

Ankle Plantar Flexion Endurance Test

Jan 10, 2013/Test & Measure

Assesses plantar flexion endurance in weight bearing.

Living Guideline for Pediatric Concussion Care

Jan 1, 2019/CPG

This website helps health care professionals manage children and adolescents with concussion or prolonged postconcussion symptoms.

Practice and Business Financial Arrangements for Physical Therapists

Aug 12, 2020/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Supports collaborative practice and business models that are innovative, ethical, and person-centered.

Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession

Jan 1, 2026/Policies & Bylaws

The vision of the American Physical Therapy Association is "transforming society by optimizing movement to improve the human experience." Our profession’s charge, as we strive to be an inclusive moral community that is diverse and equitable, is to meet the health needs of all people.

Primary Care

PTs are qualified to serve in primary care roles, but there are policy barriers.

Annual Physical Therapy Visit

An annual visit allows physical therapists to determine health status and identify health risks of individuals in their community.