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October Is National Physical Therapy Month: See How APTA Helps You Celebrate

Sep 2, 2025/News

APTA is recognizing National Physical Therapy Month in October by spotlighting the vital role physical therapy plays in improving movement for people of all ages and abilities. This year’s theme will highlight physical therapy’s valuable role in prevention, wellness, and promoting resilience across the

APTA, NATA Joint Statement Calls for Collaborative Relationship

Dec 19, 2018/News

In a statement that emphasizes a shared dedication to patient care and the advancement of population health, APTA and NATA have announced a commitment to more collaboration among the 2 organizations.

The Benefits of Exercise on Brain Health

We apply the principles of exercise to our patients, but what about to ourselves? Learn about the cumulative effects of physical activity on your brain health from neuroscientist and APTA member Joyce Gomes-Osman, PT, PhD. (38 min.)

Analysis: The 'Big 5' Insurers Are Increasingly Dependent on Medicare and Medicaid for Revenue

Dec 13, 2017/News

The degree to which the "big 5" private health insurers have come to rely on Medicare and Medicaid for their revenues may be the key to increasing their involvement in the ACA's individual marketplaces, according to authors of a new analysis in Health Affairs.

Experts: It's Time to Act on the Evidence for Low Back Pain

Mar 30, 2018/News

The problem, according to the authors of a series of Lancet articles is that despite the evidence, many providers still recommend rest and time off work for LBP, and the use of drugs and surgery is more prevalent than it should be.

Keep Track of Your Professional Development Activities with aPTitude

Aug 15, 2017/News

FSBPT offers aPTitude, a free, online system for you to store your professional development activities.

Medicare Coverage Issues

Does Medicare cover it?

Maley Lecturer Calls for More Clinician Scientists in Physical Therapy

Aug 1, 2023/News

Stacey Dusing, PT, PhD, FAPTA, believes it's time to close the gaps between research and practice.

The 2022 Fee Schedule: Get Ready To Take Action

Jul 7, 2021/News

CMS is due to release its proposal soon. Here's what you need to know — and how you can fight for physical therapy.

Let's Talk About Stress

Dec 27, 2021/Video

Learn about the two types of stress you encounter and how they help and hurt your wellness .