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Advocacy for the Physical Therapy Profession

We are the leading voice of the profession with members of Congress, regulatory agencies, and commercial payers.

Craig Hospital Inventory of Environmental Factors (CHIEF) and CHIEF Short Form (CHIEF-SF) for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Oct 7, 2014/Test & Measure

Free tool measures degree to which elements of the physical, social, and political environments act as barriers or facilitators to full participation for people with disabilities.

Work Hard, Play Big

Jul 1, 2019/Column

A PT honors her son and serves children with special needs.

Establishment and Review of an APTA National Award

Feb 20, 2026/Policies & Bylaws

House Policy: Describes the process for establishing an APTA National Award.

Advocacy and Why It’s For You – #XchangeSA

Mar 10, 2020/Podcast

APTA’s live #XchangeSA chat with Kendra Lucas, PT, DPT on advocacy.

Hospital Readmissions

PTs serve an important role in patient safety and patient care transitions.

APTA Societal Impact Award

Awards

This award recognizes and rewards an association member who demonstrates leadership, commitment and dedication to addressing issues related to societal welfare.

Study: Excessive Sitting Time Is a Global Problem

Jul 6, 2022/Review

Researchers say sedentary lifestyles are increasing death and CVD rates worldwide — and that lower-income countries may be at greater risk.

Study: Rates of Physical Therapy Low for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Sep 18, 2023/Review

An analysis of more than 13,000 children with ASD reveals an "unmet need," even among those with high levels of motor impairment.