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May 29, 2020/News
Beginning June 1, TRICARE will no longer pay for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation as a treatment for low back pain.
Apr 2, 2024/Podcast
A physical therapist finds meaning and purpose through politics.
Sep 2, 2019/Article
The American Physical Therapy Association's (APTA's) National Student Conclave (NSC) is the only physical therapy conference designed for students, by students. This year NSC will be held October 31 to November 2, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Looking for that extra push to take the leap and register?
Jun 17, 2025/Article
The Big Picture of Aetna’s Policy Change In response to ongoing advocacy efforts by APTA, Aetna has updated its physical therapy policy to provide unrestricted direct access to physical therapist services. Effective June 17, Aetna will no longer require a referral or signed plan of care for physical
Jan 1, 2018/Article
Feb 1, 2020/Article
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Jun 1, 2020/Members Only
Use this online portal to submit nominations for national office. The recommendations for national office ends January 1 each year.
Aug 9, 2021/News
Cap off our centennial year by joining APTA, association components, and individual members in a special "100 Days of Service" initiative.
Jun 25, 2025/Podcast
Rachel Miller, MPH, APTA health policy and payment specialist, shares key updates on the organization's advocacy efforts over the past few months.
Oct 15, 2025/Article
A newly released research report, APTA’s Consumer Perceptions Report, sheds light on how Americans perceive physical therapy — and where opportunities lie to expand its role in everyday health and wellness.