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Nov 4, 2020/Podcast
Listen to a discussion on the topics of body dysmorphia, body image, and physical therapy treatment.
May 13, 2021/Podcast
In this episode, experts explore how the mind and body intersect in the healing process, and how physical therapists and physical therapist assistants can provide better patient care by understanding the body's response to stress and trauma.
Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: In providing physical therapy services, the physical therapist is accountable first and foremost to the individual receiving physical therapy.
May 16, 2019/Test & Measure
Measures the extent to which pain hinders an individual's engagement with physical, mental, cognitive, emotional, recreational, and social activities.
Aug 1, 2025/Open Access
The Use of Artificial and Augmented Technology in Physical Therapy Task Force is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.
Oct 16, 2025/Resource
Primary care physical therapy highlights the role of physical therapists as integral members of a patient’s primary care team. Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants should familiarize themselves with the specific roles, scope, and competencies that define primary care physical therapy.
Jul 22, 2024/Policies & Bylaws
House policy: Describes the association's commitment to being a family-forward organization.
Aug 2, 2021/News
Individually and collectively, we are committed to addressing this public health crisis with the best information, evidence, and resources.
Jul 19, 2024/Policies & Bylaws
The American Physical Therapy Association recognizes the American Physical Therapy Association Physical Therapy Political Action Committee as its political action committee pursuant to federal election laws and regulations.
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