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Foundational Paper on the "Economic Value of Physical Therapy in the United States," a report from the American Physical Therapy Association

Jul 24, 2024 / Article

Physical therapists who are clinical electrophysiology specialists have additional skills and expertise to provide diagnostic services using electromyography (EMG) tests and nerve conduction studies. Learn how their skills can help you get the right treatment.

Jul 8, 2024 / Article

Physical therapists who are wound management specialists have additional skills and expertise to provide wound healing treatments. Learn more about wound care in physical therapy.

Jul 9, 2024 / Article

Geriatric physical therapists focus on improving function and quality of life for older adults. Learn about the conditions they regularly evaluate and treat.

Jul 9, 2024 / Article

Oncologic physical therapists focus on or specialize in providing physical therapist services for persons affected by cancer and cancer survivors of all ages.

Jul 9, 2024 / Article

Orthopedic (sometimes spelled orthopaedic) physical therapists help to prevent disability and provide physical rehabilitation for people with pain, injury, or disease of the muscles, bones, or joints that limit mobility.

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APTA's Media Corps members serve as a resource for journalists who are working on health and wellness articles related to physical therapy, research, policy, and the critical role physical therapists play in our nation's health.

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Americans want to live longer, healthier lives, but many don't realize how much physical therapy can help. "PT For Future Me," a new American Physical Therapy Association campaign, shows how PTs support movement, wellness, and resilience at every age.

Jun 30, 2025 / Guide

Walking is a skill achieved by most children between 8 and 17 months of age. An atypical walking pattern, or gait deviation, is when a child walks in a way that is different or unexpected for their age.

Aug 25, 2025 / Guide

Intellectual disability, or ID, affects learning, thinking, and everyday tasks like dressing and communicating. Many parents seek physical therapist services to help improve their child’s overall movement (motor) skills.