Texas Physical Therapy Association

10/11/2025

🌎 Today is National Physical Therapy Day of Service!

Across the country, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students are stepping up to serve their communities — showing that our profession goes far beyond the clinic. Whether it’s volunteering, organizing community events, or lending a helping hand, today is all about making a difference through movement, compassion, and care.

At TPTA, we’re proud to celebrate the spirit of service that defines physical therapy. ❤️

How are you giving back today? Share your service stories and photos with us below! 👇

10/09/2025

Join Us for the TPTA Virtual Assembly – November 4!

Your voice helps shape the future of physical therapy in Texas. The Texas Physical Therapy Association’s Virtual Assembly will be held on Monday, November 4, and we want every member to take part.

This annual meeting is your opportunity to stay informed about association priorities, hear important updates, and review proposed bylaws changes that affect our profession. You’ll also get a look at election results and learn what’s ahead as we continue celebrating 75 years of movement and meaning with TPTA.

Whether you’ve attended every year or this will be your first time, your participation matters. Together, we ensure that the voice of physical therapy remains strong and unified across Texas.

🗓 Date: November 4
⏰ Time: 7:00 pm CT
💻 Location: Virtual (Zoom)
🔗 Register here: https://tpta.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1994117&group=

10/06/2025

🌍💚 Today is World Cerebral Palsy Day!

Physical therapists play a vital role in helping individuals with cerebral palsy maximize movement, strength, and independence. Through personalized interventions, PTs support mobility, improve function, and empower patients to live life to the fullest.
On this day, we celebrate the power of movement and the dedication of PTs who make a lasting difference in the lives of those with CP every day.

Let’s raise awareness and recognize the impact of physical therapy in helping everyone move better, live stronger, and thrive. 💪✨

10/06/2025

Houston area PTs & PTAs, this event is for you!

✨ Join us for the Global PT Day of Service! ✨

The SED of the TPTA is excited to serve at the Houston Food Bank 🥫

📍 535 Portwall St., Houston, TX 77029
📅 Saturday, October 11th
⏰ 1–4 PM (Warehouse Shift)

👕 Wear your favorite PT shirt — whether it’s from your employer, PT school, or one that represents your PT journey!

Let’s come together as a PT community and make an impact. 💪❤️

👉 Register at https://houstonfoodbank.civicore.com/index.php?section=volOpportunities&action=calendar&fbclid=PAVERFWANOh0FleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABp_aXPogRpFPH2wkTzNdM2qAbffzg0KJun9gPDG9ZW8n69La9qyR63q1_pomh_aem_hTumWfApFPIhJgg862gU4g

10/03/2025

Registration Closes TODAY for TPTA’s Annual Conference

Don’t miss your chance to be part of our 75th Anniversary Celebration in Houston!

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
The Diamond Masque Gala: celebrate 75 years in style
APTA Roadshow: ask the big questions on your mind
Games, prizes, and surprises in the Expo Hall
Fresh new exhibitors & favorite returning partners
Education, networking, and Houston fun all weekend long!

This is more than a conference; it’s an experience you can’t miss. Join us to connect, celebrate, and create memories with colleagues across Texas and beyond.

REGISTER NOW: https://tpta.org/registration

10/01/2025

🎉 October is National Physical Therapy Month! 🎉

This month we celebrate the incredible work of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students who keep our communities moving. 💪

✨Join us in raising awareness about the impact of physical therapy in restoring movement, reducing pain, and improving quality of life.

Let’s spread the word—physical therapy changes lives!

09/27/2025

Federal Advocacy Alert!

Help expand access to pelvic health physical therapy by urging Congress to cosponsor the Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025 (H.R. 4074). Together, we can improve postpartum care, reduce costly interventions, and make better outcomes the norm.

To get more information and sign a letter in support, visit the APTA Pelvic Health webpage.

Help expand access to pelvic health physical therapy by urging Congress to cosponsor the Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025 (H.R. 4074). Together, we can improve postpartum care, reduce costly interventions, and make better outcomes the norm.

09/25/2025

This week is Falls Prevention Awareness Week!

Every step you take matters — and physical therapy can help you stay strong, steady, and independent. Through balance training, strength-building, and personalized movement strategies, PTs play a vital role in reducing fall risks and keeping you moving safely.

👉 Let’s raise awareness and empower our communities to prevent falls together!

09/22/2025

🌟 This week we celebrate National Rehabilitation Awareness Week! 🌟

Rehabilitation is about more than recovery—it’s about restoring independence, improving quality of life, and helping individuals get back to doing the things they love.

Physical therapy plays a vital role in this journey by providing evidence-based care, personalized treatment plans, and compassionate support for patients of all ages and abilities. 💪

🩺 Whether it’s recovering from surgery, preventing injury, or managing a chronic condition, physical therapists are here to help you move forward.

Join us in recognizing the incredible impact of rehabilitation and physical therapy this week! 💙

09/19/2025

Do you know a colleague, mentor, educator, student, or practitioner who goes above and beyond for their patients, community, or our profession?

Nominations are now OPEN for the 2025 TPTA Member Awards!
These awards celebrate the dedication, innovation, and service of PTs, PTAs, students, educators, and researchers across Texas.

Deadline: October 3, 2025

Help us recognize the leaders and change-makers shaping the future of physical therapy.

Submit your nomination today: https://tpta.org/page/memberawards

09/18/2025

🚨 APTA’s Flash Action Strategy is now live! Join PT and PTA students nationwide in advocating for falls prevention legislation in the SAFE Act.

It takes less than two minutes to take action — but your voice can make a lasting impact.

📲 Start now: https://www.votervoice.net/mobile/APTA/Campaigns/129166/Respond

09/18/2025

Physical therapy leads the way in falls prevention!