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A New Code of Ethics: A Milestone for the Physical Therapy Profession

Feb 1, 2026/Feature

Ethical decision-making in health care is being tested as never before. Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants are navigating pressures from technology, productivity metrics, payer constraints, and shifting patient expectations.

Role of Physical Therapy In Health Management For People With Chronic Disability

May 14, 2020/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the role of physical therapy in health management for people with chronic disease.

Vision Statement for the Physical Therapy Profession

Sep 8, 2026/Policies & Bylaws

House position: States the vision statement for the physical therapy profession and outlines the guiding principles to achieve this vision.

RF-PTCAS for Programs

RF-PTCAS, the Residency and Fellowship Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service provided by APTA provides a simplified application process for physical therapist seeking a residency or fellowship program. RF-PTCAS launched in 2013 and since then, RF-PTCAS has grown to include over 85% of residency

Ethics and Professionalism

APTA is the definitive source for standards of ethics and professionalism in the physical therapy profession.

American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists/American College of Endocrinology Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis

May 1, 2020/CPG

Recommendations, updated in 2020, from the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists and American College of Endocrinology on the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis for endocrinologists, physicians, regulatory bodies, health-related organizations, and interested

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Guideline on the Diagnosis and Management of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Among Children

Nov 5, 2018/CPG

This guideline provides recommendations related to diagnosis, prognosis, and management and treatment for children with mild traumatic brain injury.

OARSI Guidelines for the Non-surgical Management of Knee, Hip, and Polyarticular Osteoarthritis

Nov 1, 2019/CPG

These guidelines offer comprehensive and patient-centered treatment profiles for individuals with knee, hip, and polyarticular OA.

Deadline Approaches for Foundation for Physical Therapy Research Grants

Jul 12, 2024/News

Those applying for Foundation grants need to send submissions by July 31.

Now Available: New Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession

Jan 2, 2026/News

On July 14, 2025, the APTA House of Delegates officially adopted The Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession. This updated Code combines into one document the current Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist with the Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant.