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APTA Continues PTA Advocacy: Pushback on PTA Differential, Timeline for TRICARE Startup, More

Oct 2, 2018/News

A rundown of some of the latest happenings in the association's advocacy for PTAs.

A Tribute to Worthingham Fellow Christine McDonough, PT, PhD, FAPTA

Apr 22, 2025/News

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Christine McDonough, PT, PhD, FAPTA, on Dec. 18, 2024. Christine was diagnosed with cancer in the fall of 2023. She was a force, with an incredible drive and zest for life. Her contributions to the fields of physical therapy

Student Focus | APTA Hand and Upper Extremity

Sep 1, 2025/Column

Jason Lau, PT, DPT, interviews Jamie Grigsby, PT, DPT, and Melissa Lazinski, PT, DPT, DHSc, with APTA Hand & Upper Extremity.

Motor Activity Log (MAL)

May 29, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures amount of use (AOU) and quality of movement (QOM) of the affected arm in a person with hemiplegia following a stroke.

The View From Capitol Hill: 5 Things for PTs and PTAs to Watch for in This Session of Congress

Sep 6, 2017/News

PT in Motion News asked APTA staff about the legislative issues that should be on the radar of PTs, PTAs, students, and their supporters. Here's the list of the top 5 issues to track over the coming weeks.

Becoming a Better Ally and Advocate

Jun 25, 2023/APTA Social

In the spirit of Pride month and APTA PT Proud's upcoming advocacy series on LGBTQ+ legislation, June's APTA Social will focus on LGBTQ+ allyship and advocacy.

APTA Advisory: Check With Your TRICARE Contractor About PTA Services and Billing

Apr 15, 2020/News

A change in TRICARE coverage long advocated by APTA officially launches on April 16 — but that doesn't mean claims will be accepted right away.

"Unconscionable": AMA, APTA, Others Warn HHS About Proposed Medicare Payment Cut

Jul 15, 2020/News

The latest sign-on letter points to the ways care would suffer in an environment already challenged by a pandemic.

APTA-Supported Bill Promoting Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Medicaid Returns

Apr 21, 2023/News

The bipartisan legislation would support education on pelvic health and physical therapy for postpartum individuals.

Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand Questionnaire (DASH) for Elbow Conditions

Jun 15, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures disorders of the upper limbs; change or function over time.