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Becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical therapist assistants are educated and licensed clinicians who provide care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Are you ready to be a PTA?

Friday Focus

The content you want, collected and delivered: Friday Focus is an opt-in series that collects content based on a particular theme and delivers it to your inbox.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for the Physical Therapy Profession

APTA is curating critical advice from trusted sources such as the CDC and CMS in addition to developing resources to support you during the pandemic.

Leadership Development

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

Understanding Compliance

Jan 7, 2020/Article

There are compliance elements related to multiple laws and payment systems. Here are some of the areas that could have a particular impact on your practice.

Reporting Fraud and Abuse

Mar 1, 2020/Article

Suspect that something may be wrong? Follow your available internal channels first. If that doesn't resolve the issue, consider these additional steps.

PTCAS for Applicants

APTA's Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service provides a simplified application process for prospective Doctor of Physical Therapy students.

Charging Your Circadian Rhythm Superpower

Oct 26, 2021/Open Access

Nothing is better than starting each day well-rested. Feeling rested can help you better tackle your patients’ needs for the day, but that can be easier said than done.

Nutrition Starter Guide: Find the Right Nutrition Strategy To Fuel Your Work and Play

Oct 26, 2021/Open Access

Providing physical therapy can place a large demand on your body. In turn, it's important to fuel your body the right way so you can perform well at work and still have energy left at the end of the day.

Strategies To Manage Mental Health Issues: Taking Care of the Patient and Ourselves

Oct 26, 2021/Video

Hear from Kevin Wilk, PT, DPT, FAPTA, and Clinical & Sports Psychologist Bhrett McCabe, PhD, to get tools and resources to help you improve your mental and emotional well-being as you navigate your personal and professional life.