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Feb 4, 2021/Open Access
APTA and NATA jointly release policy principles to advance public health and better meet the needs of their patients. This document demonstrates shared language and understanding in support of optimal patient care.
Apr 23, 2014/CPG
This guideline provides recommendation for the prevention, assessment, and management of pressure ulcers in adults and children in all settings.
Aug 14, 2025/CPG
Jun 4, 2020/CPG
This guideline covers care before, during, and after a planned knee, hip or shoulder replacement. It offers guidance on providing support and rehabilitation before and after surgery for both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Feb 25, 2021/Podcast
As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available and distribution plans vary by state, APTA Practice and Regulatory Affairs staff and members will discuss the latest updates on vaccine distribution, access, and administration.
May 11, 2020/Podcast
APTA staff Justin Elliott and Kara Gainer, JD, discuss what’s happening in Congress, what’s to come, and what APTA is doing to advocate on behalf of the profession.
Jul 30, 2019/Perspective
I've never been in a room with so many strangers and felt perfectly at home and a sincere sense of belonging.
Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: APTA recognizes that inappropriate or indiscriminate use of physical and chemical restraints across the life span is harmful to the quality of life of patients and clients.
Sep 23, 2024/Policies & Bylaws
House position: The association believes digital health technologies, digital therapeutics, and AI have the potential to augment physical therapist practice.
Oct 1, 2025/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Consumer Protection Through Licensure of Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants.