About the subgroup
The IOAPT has a mission and vision to advance aquatic
The objectives of the IOAPT are to:
- be recognised as a subgroup of World
Physiotherapy in accordance with the WorldPhysiotherapy Articles of Association - encourage high standards of
physiotherapy education, research and practice in particular those of relevance to aquaticphysiotherapy - encourage communication and exchange of information including electronic, print and personal exchanges and organisation of education events for physiotherapists
- encourage scientific research and promote evidence based
physiotherapy practice in areas relevant to aquaticphysiotherapy - encourage the development of national organisations of physiotherapists that share the objectives of the IOAPT
- support World
Physiotherapy in representing aquaticphysiotherapy internationally - engage in all necessary activities to further the best interests of World
Physiotherapy and aquaticphysiotherapy
Membership
Members must be the national professional organisations representing physiotherapists with an interest in aquatic
Membership of the IOAPT subgroup is also open to physiotherapists working or interested in working in aquatic
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