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Geriatric Physical Therapy Resources for Educators

Use these resources to help your students expand their understanding of geriatric physical therapy.

PT Moves Me Student Recruitment Campaign

APTA is recruiting the next generation of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants — and we need your help. Learn how you can get involved in making a difference for the next generation.

Eliminating the Direct Supervision Requirement of PTAs under Medicare Part B

Medicare permits general supervision of physical therapist assistants by physical therapists in all settings — except for outpatient private practice under Part B, which requires direct supervision.

Reference Committee

APTA is seeking one physical therapist member to serve on APTA’s Reference Committee for a three-year term, beginning Jan. 2022. The Reference Committee receives and correlates motions and resolutions to be presented to the House of Delegates and provides year-round consultation, guidance, and direction

The Benefits of Exercise on Brain Health

We apply the principles of exercise to our patients, but what about to ourselves? Learn about the cumulative effects of physical activity on your brain health from neuroscientist and APTA member Joyce Gomes-Osman, PT, PhD. (38 min.)

Ground Yourself in Optimism

Oct 19, 2021/Video

We are all working hard, but that also means that we need to recover well to stay more balanced. Join Michael Gervais, PhD, sports and performance psychologist, mindset expert, and Hyperice performance advisor, to try something new: "thinking well" as a resource you can leverage.

Self-Care for PTs: What Are Some Helpful Tips To Manage Stress?

Learn simple things you can do at work, either while treating or between patients, to better manage your stress. This article also outlines universal strategies to handle stress in healthier, more productive ways.

Performance Fit Video Series

Looking for some exercise inspiration? Explore this on-demand exercise video program from Performance PT, and work out in the comfort of your own home.

Resources for Participating PTACAS Programs

Below are a list of quick links, and guidance on who to contact for support on various CAS processes and issues.

Early Mobilization Reduces The Risk of Adverse Event and Improves Function: Research on the Value of Physical Therapy

Oct 1, 2020/Open Access

Help stress the importance of early mobilization by sharing this research with hospital administrators and other health care professionals who work in acute care settings.