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APTA Practice Advisories are a structured approach to help physical therapists and physical therapist assistants understand and respond to emerging issues in clinical practice. It offers clear guidance to ensure that PTs and PTAs remain informed, prepared, and supported while confidently integrating
May 2, 2025/Position Paper
The American Physical Therapy Association supports H.R. 879, the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025. The bipartisan legislation was introduced in the U.S. House by Reps. Greg Muphy, MD, R-N.C., and Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. H.R. 879 would eliminate the 2.8% Medicare payment
Aug 6, 2025/Open Access
Feb 25, 2026/Resource
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT, is a noninvasive treatment that utilizes sound waves to reduce pain and promote tissue healing, although its exact therapeutic mechanism remains unclear.
The “Risk Management Toolkit” is an APTA resource for educators developed in collaboration with the Healthcare Providers Service Organization. The toolkit includes four modules focused on risk management for students in physical therapy programs.
Jul 10, 2025/Position Paper
Aug 1, 2025/Open Access
The Audit Committee is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.
The Finance Committee is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.
The APTA Public Policy and Advocacy Committee is appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.
The Awards Committee and Awards Subcommittees are appointed by the APTA Board of Directors. The detailed charge outlining the roles and responsibilities of this committee is provided below.
