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Student Spotlight: APTA Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy

Feb 9, 2021/Open Access

APTA Pediatrics has close to 6,000 physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, student, and partner members.

Shockwave Therapy in Physical Therapy: The Sound of Healing

Dec 1, 2025/Article

Exploring the benefits, evidence, and potential drawbacks of using shockwave therapy to support patient recovery.

2021 Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture

Jun 17, 2021/Video

Improving diversity, equity, and inclusion within the field of physical therapy has taken many challenges.

Public Health and Population Care

The physical therapy profession is invested in individualized, patient-centered care, but that investment has broad societal and public health implications.

Physical Therapy Fund (PT Fund)

The Physical Therapy Fund (PT Fund) was established in 1993. It includes the Minority Scholarship Fund and the Dimensions of Diversity Fund.

Research Agenda for Physical Therapy From the American Physical Therapy Association

Sep 18, 2023/Open Access

The Research Agenda for Physical Therapy expands on our profession's continued advancement and considers current issues, new innovations, and forward-thinking viewpoints. The research agenda outlines research priorities that are vital to advancing physical therapist practice and the profession. The development

2022 Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture

Jun 16, 2022/Video

Learn about the importance of representation, Sankofa, and trustworthiness in the physical therapy profession.

What to Know About the New Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession

Jan 6, 2026/Podcast

In this episode, ethics experts discuss the development of the Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession, which went into effect Jan. 1, 2026.   

Physical Therapy Educator Development

APTA has created and curated educator resources to help you develop professionally and personally and to enhance your efforts to further the profession through PT and PTA education.

Careers in Physical Therapy

Become a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant to enjoy a rewarding career helping people maximize their quality of life.