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Making History, One Woman at a Time: Women PTs Share Their Inspirations

Mar 19, 2021/Perspective

We asked seven APTA members about the women who inspired them in their chosen profession, and how they in turn hope to impact the future of physical therapy. Here's what they had to say.

A Lucky Patient Encounter Provides Answers – Defining Moment

Aug 1, 2021/Podcast

It wasn’t until she saw patients with the same rare condition that a PT realized what had been plaguing her own body for years.

Supervision and Teamwork

PTs, PTAs, and students should understand requirements for supervision and teamwork.

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

Here's the Kicker

Jul 1, 2017/Article

When a soccer coach seeks more than just friendly advice, a PT has a decision to make.

Questioning the Path of Lease Resistance

Aug 1, 2015/Column

Think purchasing equipment always is the best option? Don't buy it.

A Guide to Safeguarding Patient Information

Aug 1, 2015/Column

From the federal government, an excellent map to navigating HIPAA's privacy, security, and breach-notification rules.

Discharge Discounted

Sep 1, 2015/Column

A patient claims lingering pain. His PT sees a malingering bully. Part 1 of 3 on various faces of bullying and their ethical ramifications.

Ladders that Matter In Clinical Care

Apr 1, 2016/Feature

Clinical ladder programs afford PTs and PTAs opportunities to advance their careers and enhance their paychecks while remaining in direct patient care.

The Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Model

Mar 1, 2016/Column

A new Medicare payment initiative offers patients and PTs a bundle of opportunities.