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Cannabis Use and Physical Therapy

Oct 1, 2022/Article

As more states legalize cannabis for both medicinal and recreational use, the chances are increasing that PTs and PTAs will treat patients who use it.

Courses and Events

APTA is your source for quality continuing education and outstanding events, from on-demand learning to the biggest physical therapy conference in the country.

Kara Gainer, JD

Jun 3, 2020/Author

Kara Gainer was director of regulatory affairs at APTA from 2017-2021. She has extensive knowledge and experience working on policies related to Medicare, Medicaid, health care reform, and provider billing and reimbursement. Before joining the association in 2017, she was a health care consultant with

Position Paper | Physical Therapist Workforce and Patient Access

Oct 6, 2026/Position Paper

The inclusion of PTs in the NHSC Loan Repayment Program will help to ensure treatment options are available to underserved communities.

Veteran and Emerging Leaders Share Their Views During a Challenging Year

Dec 1, 2021/Feature

Up-and-coming and established PTs and PTAs weigh in on major issues facing the profession.

Keys to a Bright Future: Veteran and Emerging Leaders Share Their Insights

Dec 1, 2020/Feature

Up-and-coming and established PTs and PTAs weigh in on hot topics facing the profession.

Body Image and Physical Therapy - APTA Live

Nov 4, 2020/Podcast

Listen to a discussion on the topics of body dysmorphia, body image, and physical therapy treatment.

Treatment Guideline for Foot and Ankle

Dec 1, 2025/CPG

This guideline provides recommendations related to patients undergoing ankle and foot surgery.

Pharmacotherapeutics and Supplements in Physical Therapist Practice

Oct 1, 2025/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Physical therapist management may prevent the need for or reduce the use of medications. Physical therapist management includes counseling patients and clients on the need for, and the benefits and risks of, medication, and supplements.

American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education Recognition

Aug 31, 2018/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Recognition of the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE) as the accrediting agency of physical therapy residency and fellowship education programs.