APTA Iowa

05/29/2026

Congratulations to all of the 2026 graduates in PT and PTA programs across Iowa! 🎓🎉

We're so excited for your contributions to the future of our profession. We know you'll do great things!

05/13/2026

'Last month, I had the opportunity to step outside of my daily clinical routine and into two days of advocacy when I traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in the American Physical Therapy Association’s Capitol Hill Day.

"The two-day experience was energizing and deeply meaningful. I joined more than 250 other physical therapy professionals from across the country to help shape the future of our profession and patient care."

Read the full article from Kerri Hurning, APTA Iowa Federal Affairs Liaison, on our blog!

APTA Iowa serves its membership and the public with excellence and integrity by advancing and promoting the practice of physical therapy through the coordination of advocacy, education and resources.

05/11/2026

Volunteer with us at the Iowa State Fair! 🎢

We're partnering with Farm Bureau to offer free blood pressure assessments and balance tests to fairgoers.

All volunteers will receive a free entrance ticket to the fair, food vouchers, an APTA Iowa t-shirt and a chance to interact with other members and attendees from across the state!

- DATE: Friday, August 14
- SHIFT 1: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- SHIFT 2: 12:00 - 3:30 PM
- SIGN UP: https://vist.ly/53thn

05/04/2026

There are only a few volunteer spots left for this year's FUNfitness! Sign up to assist with the education of the Special Olympians on May 22.

Learn more: https://vist.ly/42xye

Register: https://vist.ly/42xyc

FUNfitness is a physiotherapy (physical therapy) screening that examines the flexibility, strength, balance, and aerobic fitness of Special Olympics athletes and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Dysfunction in any of these areas can result in pain, discomfort, and…

04/30/2026

Volunteer at this year's FUNfitness! PTs are needed to assist with the education of the Special Olympians.

Learn more: https://vist.ly/42gsc

Register: https://vist.ly/42gsa

FUNfitness is a physiotherapy (physical therapy) screening that examines the flexibility, strength, balance, and aerobic fitness of Special Olympics athletes and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Dysfunction in any of these areas can result in pain, discomfort, and…

04/29/2026

Volunteer with us at the Iowa State Fair! 🎡

We're partnering with Farm Bureau to offer free blood pressure assessments and balance tests to fairgoers.

All volunteers will receive a free entrance ticket to the fair, food vouchers, an APTA Iowa t-shirt and a chance to interact with other members and attendees from across the state!

DATE: Friday, August 14

TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 12:00 - 3:30 PM

SIGN UP: https://vist.ly/42cw6

04/27/2026

The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and APTA Private Practice are collaborating to bring you new materials to help you succeed with payer advocacy in your state.

These resources are being provided as part of a joint initiative, the State Payer Advocacy Resource Consortium (SPARC).

The work of the Payment Consortium encompasses everything from direct one-on-one aid for solo practices to overarching support to improve national payer policy.

04/24/2026

So much of APTA Iowa’s impact is made possible by volunteers. 💙

From mentoring peers to serving on committees, your work matters—and it helps drive real impact for the physical therapy profession.

Join us in celebrating by sharing this picture with your network!

04/23/2026

Join us in welcoming our newest members! We're glad you're here 😀

Elizabeth K Belden, SPTA
Abdullah Ehsan, SPTA
Christina N. Hora, SPTA
Ashley Luna, PTA
Leah M Patton, SPT
Hayden Seering
Addison M Thompson, SPTA

04/22/2026

During National Volunteer Week, we're especially grateful for all of our board members! 💙

Your leadership, passion, and advocacy strengthen our profession and our community every day. We’re so grateful for your service and dedication!