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Defense Bill Headed for Final Votes Will Include PTAs in TRICARE

Nov 13, 2017/News

The Armed Services Committees for both the US House and Senate reached an agreement on a National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that includes language proposed by APTA to add PTAs and occupational therapy assistants to the TRICARE program.

4-Square Step Test (FSST) for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Jan 25, 2015/Test & Measure

4-Square Step Test (FSST) for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

PTJ Author Interview With Susan Deusinger and Merrill Landers: Building Better Science and Research for Physical Therapy

Aug 8, 2023/Podcast

The increasing need for foundational research and evidence

Population Health Resources Help PTs, PTAs Make the Case for Employer-Sponsored Programs

Aug 10, 2017/News

APTA is helping PTs and PTAs interested in making that idea a reality for more employers.

Why You Should Support PT-PAC

Aug 31, 2020/Open Access

APTA's political action committee is working for student debt relief, fighting proposed payment cuts, promoting diversity, and more.

APTA Advocacy Leads to Direct Access for Millions Covered by Aetna

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

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for the Physical Therapy Profession

APTA is curating critical advice from trusted sources such as the CDC and CMS in addition to developing resources to support you during the pandemic.

What Does Mental Health and Wellness Look Like for Physical Therapy Practitioners Throughout Their Care

Jan 18, 2022/Video

Christy Weber is joined by five fellow PT practitioners from the Pivot PT family to discuss various aspects of mental health, wellness, and resiliency with regards to their careers.

2017 NEXT Registration Opens

Feb 8, 2017/News

Groundhog-based prognostication aside, spring is in fact right around the corner and June isn't far behind, which means APTA's NEXT Conference and Exposition is getting ready to arrive on the scene in Boston, Massachusetts. APTA has opened up registration for NEXT, set for June 21-24. Again this year,

What Students Should Know About Preparing for the Exam – #XchangeSA

Jul 8, 2019/Podcast

Scott Giles, PT, DPT, President and Founder of Scorebuilders shares tips, advice, and resources that are available to assist you in preparing for the physical therapy examination, as well as resources available to guide you.