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Advocacy Issues

APTA shapes policy issues that impact our profession and the patients and clients we serve.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Climate Scan Tools

Mar 25, 2024/Article

Access a list of climate scanning tools to help you assess the DEI culture of your individual spaces and identify areas of improvement.

Conflict of Interest and Disclosure

Sep 25, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

Board policy: Describes APTA's commitment to conducting its activities in accordance with the highest ethical standards and how the Board implements that commitment.

Core Values for the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant

Sep 21, 2021/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Outlines how the core values guide the behavior of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to provide the highest quality of physical therapy services.

In Esports, Gaming and Gamers Join the Big Leagues

Oct 1, 2020/Feature

PTs are making their mark in what has become a billion-dollar industry.

APTA State Legislative Update: Direct Access, Compact, Payment, and More

Apr 6, 2023/Podcast

Join APTA staff experts for a quick look at what's happening in statehouses this legislative season.

Challenges and Opportunities in Telehealth: A Q&A With the Experts

Jan 7, 2020/Interview

Telehealth physical therapy is an opportunity, but it is more complex than just a simple video chat.

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.

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