Opportunities for digital health explored
Richard Woolf, from the USA, and Jonathon Kruger, CEO of WCPT, conducted a lively session on Digital Health in the series of WCPT professional seminars.
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JPTA wins award for World Physiotherapy Congress 2025
Congratulations to JPTA for receiving the Japan Excellent Conference Award 2025
WHPA calls for urgent global action to protect health personnel from violence and persecution
WHPA warns of a troubling and sustained escalation in violence, intimidation and persecution of health professionals.
Video highlights of WCPT Congress 2019
Watch our video and slideshow recapping the highlights of WCPT Congress 2019.
Physical therapists urged to take leadership and co-ordination roles
A presentation on Rehabilitation in Humanitarian Emergencies, reminded physical therapists that emergencies can happen anywhere in the world.
Physical therapist cycles from London to Geneva
While many travelled by plane, train, car, or foot to WCPT Congress 2019, one physical therapist took the bold decision to cycle from London to Geneva to attend.
Challenges of migrant health explored
The discussion session on Migrant Health welcomed a panel of therapists who had all experienced treating people who had escaped disaster, war, or persecution and the unique set of challenges their situation creates.
'Take every opportunity to encourage active lifestyles'
Presenters from Australia, Canada, Uganda, and the UK urge physical therapists to take every opportunity to encourage people to lead active lifestyles.
