Foundation for Physical Therapy Research

02/26/2026

We’re proud to announce the establishment of the AIRE Endowment, created by Steven H. Tepper, PT, PhD, FAPTA!

This significant investment will fuel research in cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy and PT education for years to come, supporting the future of the profession.

Read how Steve’s passion, career, and early Foundation support inspired this lasting legacy.
https://foundation4pt.org/tepper-aire-endowment/

Photo Courtesy of Rehab Essentials

02/25/2026

We are excited to announce a new corporate partner supporting our mission! LASO Wellness is a company that provides nutritional supplements specifically formulated for PT practices. Thank you so much LASO for your support!

Interested in becoming a partner in research? Learn more: https://foundation4pt.org/ways-to-give/corporate-partner-and-sponsor/

02/24/2026

Christopher Powers, PT, PhD, FAPTA, was selected as the 57th Mary McMillan Lecturer during 2026. The lecture is considered our profession’s most distinguished honor, spotlighting a physical therapist whose contributions have significantly influenced the profession.

Chris is also a Foundation Trustee and currently serves as the Vice President of the Board. Thank you Chris for an inspiring lecture and for all you do!

02/23/2026

We had so much fun at CSM with our prize wheel! We had some great prizes to give away thanks to our sponsors and we are so grateful to them & to everyone who donated/played to support PT research! Richmar Stroops Tiger Tail USA Naboso Technology US PURELL Kinesio Tape Hyperice Urban Poling / Nordic Walking Community FlexiKold

02/20/2026

We were honored to recognize our latest research grant, scholarship, fellowship, and service award recipients during our annual donor reception during 2026. It was inspiring to hear about the important work Foundation-funded researchers are doing and exciting to connect with those who support physical therapy research. Thank you to our sponsors, HPSO - Healthcare Providers Service Organization, TRI-W-G, and GetBreakthrough for supporting this memorable evening.

02/19/2026

We had a great time connecting with all of you at 2026! Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, attended our events, and supported PT research.

See you next year in Philly!

02/18/2026

We are excited to announce a new partner in research! ZOLL Medical develops and markets medical devices that are used to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions. Thank you so much ZOLL for your support!

Interested in becoming a partner in research? Learn more: https://foundation4pt.org/ways-to-give/corporate-partner-and-sponsor/

02/10/2026

Know Before You Go: Foundation edition! Take a look at what the Foundation has to offer this week at APTA CSM. We look forward to seeing you there!

02/09/2026

02/05/2026

APTA CSM 2026 is next week! We are looking forward to seeing everyone there—stop by booth #1739 to learn more about the Foundation, see the list of 2025 funding recipients, play some games, and connect with Foundation staff and trustees.

02/04/2026

We are excited to announce a new Bronze Partner in Research! GetBreakthrough offers marketing, finance, and practice management solutions for private practice physical therapists. Thank you so much Breakthrough for your support!

Interested in becoming a partner in research? Learn more: https://foundation4pt.org/ways-to-give/corporate-partner-and-sponsor/

02/03/2026

We’re excited to announce the 2026 Service Awardees!

Join us in celebrating these awardees who have made outstanding contributions to physical therapy research. They will be formally recognized at CSM 2026, and we can’t wait to honor them.
Read more: https://foundation4pt.org/2026-service-award-recipients/