Physical therapists’ role in chronic pain is the theme for World Physical Therapy Day
Chronic pain is the theme of this year's World Physical Therapy Day on 8 September 2019.
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Recruitment for next CEO launched
A message from the president
Visit to Kyrgyzstan highlights interest in developing local rehabilitation sector
Stakeholders keen to develop rehabilitation provision and practice
Workshop report for ICRC-sponsored delegates to WCPT Congress 2019
Over 50 physiotherapists working for the ICRC or in ICRC-supported rehabilitation centres in countries affected by conflict attended the WCPT Congress 2019.
Bursary recipients share their experiences of congress
More than 30 physical therapists attended WCPT Congress 2019 in Geneva, thanks to the generosity of congress delegates and WCPT’s partners.
WCPT member organisations update: 1 July 2019
Consistent with WCPT's Constitution, the following physical therapy national association has ceased membership of WCPT, with effect from 1 July 2019.
WCPT raises concerns about role of non-state actors
WCPT and other members of the World Health Professions Alliance (WHPA) have raised concerns about involvement of non-state actors in WHO governing bodies' processes.
Thriving, not surviving, with a long-term condition
Panel members shared personal stories and challenged physical therapists to think differently about goal-setting for people living with long term conditions.
