Special Interest Groups

Special Interest Groups are a great way to either connect with others who are working with similar patient groups as you are, or to learn about hot topics in a less familiar practice area. Frequently there are electronic newsletters, podcasts, special topic discussions, and research updates. All of these services are designed to help you learn more about focused topics, network with others, and grow professionally through Academy involvement. Only members of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy can join the ANPT Special Interest Groups (SIGs).

Special Interest Group Communications

As a member of a Special Interest Group (SIG), you will receive electronic newsletters and an invitation to participate in and gain knowledge from other communications and events. The newsletters provide a wealth of information on the accomplishments and future plans of the groups as well as hot issues that are now the topic of discussion. Each SIG also has a link on the ANPT website, www.neuropt.org , for more timely communication. Membership is free to all SIGs with a current ANPT membership.

Members who are signed on the mailing lists of the SIGs also receive publications and information about programming specific to the SIGs. Only members of the Academy can join.

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Elections

In 2025 the SIG Chair Elect, Vice Chair and Nominating Committee positions will be on the ballot.

The SIGs have six elected positions. Each serves a three year term with the chair, vice chair and secretary eligible to be elected for a second term. Learn more about the role and nominating yourself or someone else.

Members who are signed on the mailing lists of the SIGs also receive publications and information about programming specific to the SIGs. Only members of the Academy can join.

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SIG Positions

Chair

Are you interested in becoming a SIG Chair? Read the roles and responsibilities for this position to make sure it is a right fit for you.

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Vice Chair

Are you interested in becoming a SIG Vice Chair? Read the roles and responsibilities for this position to make sure it is a right fit for you.

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Secretary

Are you interested in becoming the Secretary for your SIG? Read the roles and responsibilities for this position to make sure it is a right fit for you.

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Nominating Committee

Are you interested in becoming the one of the Nominating Committee members for your SIG? Read the roles and responsibilities for this position to make sure it is a right fit for you.

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Special Interest Groups

Assistive Technology / Seating & Wheeled Mobility

We create a collaborative forum for educating physical therapy professionals, encouraging the exchange of ideas and fostering an arena of

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Balance and Falls

We optimize participation of the neurologic population through evidence-based balance intervention and fall prevention strategies.

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Brain Injury

We provide a forum for APTA Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy members who have a common interest in the promotion of health, wellness.

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Degenerative Diseases

We provide a community for professional networking and to disseminate information to rehabilitation health care providers to promote optimal recovery, health, wellness,

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Residency and Fellowship

We support APTA Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy members who have a shared interest in advancing neurologic residency and fellowship education.

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Spinal Cord Injury

We optimize rehabilitation and maximize participation of persons with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D) as active members of their communities.

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Stroke

We focus on empowering our members to optimize movement system performance for those impacted by stroke.

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Vestibular Rehabilitation

We provide a forum for ANPT members who have a common interest in the promotion of health, wellness, optimal function, and quality of life for individuals with vestibular disorders.

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In Focus

ANPT Pledges New Endowment for Neurologic PT Research Grants!

The Academy pledged a major gift to the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research to create the Neurologic PT Research Grant Fund, supporting research in neurologic PT. A $140,000 bequest from Isabelle Bohman supplements this fund. Donate today!

Mark Your Calendars for the 2025 ANPT Annual Conference!

The Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy (ANPT) is excited to announce its’ 2025 Annual Conference event to be held Thursday, October 16 – Saturday, October 18. The conference is being held in Omaha, Nebraska.

Evidence Elevates

ANPT supports evidence-based vs. traditional physical therapy treatments! Learn more about the ANPT position paper and task force work.

Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy

Members receive early and free access to the official of journal of ANPT.

How can you locate a PT that specializes in neurology?

The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) offers a consumer service called Find a PT. Find a PT allows you to search a national database of physical therapist members of the APTA for neurologic therapists.

Visit the ANPT Education Center

The ANPT Education Center offers online courses that are clinically relevant, cutting edge, and evidence-based. Our courses meet the needs of all levels of learners.