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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
Mar 1, 2021/Feature
Many therapists believe the most important part of their job involves serving as a catalyst for clinical and professional change.
Dec 30, 2020/Perspective
Lessons learned and hopes from the future from a dozen APTA member-authors.
Maximize your PT potential by achieving ABPTS board certification in any of ten clinical specialty areas.
Nov 1, 2018/CPG
This guideline provides recommendations related to prenatal physical activity for women who are pregnant, and obstetric care and exercise professionals.
Aug 1, 2019/CPG
This guideline covers the management of chronic pain in adults, including pharmacological, physical, psychological, and nutrition therapies, as well as complementary and alternative medicine.
Oct 1, 2025/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Physical therapists have the responsibility to practice autonomously in all settings, practice environments, and employment relationships.
Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Public policy and payment efforts to improve consumer access to physical therapists.
Oct 30, 2020/Handouts
APTA has developed this handout that lists the wealth of research on the value, impact, and benefits of having physical therapists in the emergency department.
Sep 25, 2018/News
Thanks to a satellite media tour, APTA's #ChoosePT opioid awareness campaign received local media coverage in more than 30 outlets.