APTA Orthopedics News
New Member Benefit Available on PhysioU: Exercise Patterns
APTA Orthopedics is excited to announce the release of Exercise Patterns , a new tool available through our collaboration with PhysioU . Exercise Patterns is a guideline-driven exercise prescription... Read More
New 2025 Hip OA Clinical Practice Guideline Now Available
New Clinical Practice Guideline: Hip Pain and Mobility Deficits—Hip Osteoarthritis (Revision 2025) APTA Orthopedics , in collaboration with the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy , is... Read More
Join APTA Orthopedics For Two Exclusive Preconference Courses
Get an early start at CSM 2026 with APTA Orthopedics’ preconference courses on February 11 . Choose from two full-day sessions designed to strengthen your clinical and educational impact: Tilling the... Read More
Upcoming Live Webinar: How to Get Licensed in Animal Physical Therapy
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 18 Time: 7:00 PM CT Ready to take the next step toward practicing Animal Physical Therapy? Learn how to get licensed and navigate state regulations with insight from leaders... Read More
The October Issue of OPTP Is Here!
In addition to our regular features, this issue of Orthopedic Physical Therapy Practice includes several standout articles you won’t want to miss: In This Issue: Multimodal Approach to Manage Complex... Read More
Invitation to Participate in Study on Feasibility and Acceptability of Implementing Clinical Practice Guidelines via a Smartphone App
Dear therapist, We are excited to invite you to participate in this study examining the feasibility and acceptability of implementing Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) for treating Distal Radius... Read More
APTA CSM 2026 Registration Now Open
Registration is officially open for APTA CSM 2026: Powered by Possibility , taking place February 12-14, 2026 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. Join over 15,000 physical... Read More
Aetna Adopts Unrestricted Direct Access to Physical Therapy Services Policy
Greetings! We're pleased to share that Aetna has updated its physical therapy policy to provide unrestricted direct access to physical therapist services in response to ongoing advocacy efforts by... Read More
We’re Making a Small Change to Our Name
You may soon notice something slightly different — APTA Orthopaedic will be APTA Orthopedics. This small but intentional change is part of our continued effort to align with standard U.S. terminology... Read More
Now Available: New Post-Op Course for PTs
The Postoperative Management of Orthopedic Surgeries, 3rd Edition is here! This comprehensive course blends expert PT and orthopedic surgeon insights to help you safely and effectively guide patients... Read More