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May 3, 2020/Article
Achieving direct access has been a major initiative for APTA and its chapters. While it has been achieved in some form across the country, APTA continues to advocate for unrestricted direct access everywhere. Physical therapists should take advantage of the opportunities provided by direct access.
Feb 1, 2015/Feature
Lacrosse was named for the stick its players wield. As the saying goes, sticks and stones can break bones. Lacrosse players experience myriad other injuries as well. Physical therapists help prevent injuries and rehabilitate injured players.
Mar 1, 2020/Feature
More and more actors with disabilities are appearing in TV shows and movies. Physical therapists are playing a supporting role.
Jul 1, 2015/Feature
While many physical therapists have written books for the educational market, a growing number are writing books for the general public. Here's how some of them did it-and how they say you can, too.
Sep 30, 2025/Statement
Earlier this month, APTA and APTA Private Practice joined the MultiPlan Antitrust Litigation as plaintiffs. This federal antitrust litigation alleges a conspiracy to systematically underpay physical therapists and other health care providers for reimbursements of out-of-network services.
Sep 4, 2024/Resource
Review each jurisdiction’s level of direct access to physical therapist services.
Jun 1, 2025/Advocacy Update
State chapters have made strides in advancing the profession, from title protection to fair copays to imaging privileges.
Jul 11, 2025/Resource
Find out in which states physical therapists have the ability to certify for disability placards.
Aug 1, 2017/Perspective
Don't let burnout extinguish your drive to succeed.
Oct 22, 2018/Article
The US is moving away from the traditional fee-for-service reimbursement structure.