The World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) advocates the generation, dissemination and implementation of Physical therapy —services for individuals and populations to develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability throughout the lifespan. Physical therapy is described more comprehensively in WCPT’s Description of Physical Therapy. The professional title and term used to describe the profession's practice varies and depends largely on the historical roots of the profession in each country. The most generally used titles and terms are 'physical therapy’, ‘physiotherapy' and ‘physical therapist’, ‘physiotherapist’. View the full list of glossary terms research evidence is essential for the practice of evidence-based physical therapy. Back to listing
