Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants treat a wide range of patients and clients — young and old, male and female, those with disabilities (born or acquired) and those without — for a wide range of conditions.

National Physical Therapy Month, marked every October, recognizes the contributions that PTs and PTAs make to their patients and clients and to society. There are, however, dozens of days, weeks, and months designed to raise awareness of health or movement conditions and situations — ranging from brain injury and cancer to women's health and family caregivers. Some of these programs are created and promoted by government agencies. Others originated from associations and organizations representing specific populations. Often, multiple groups jointly promote them.