World PT Day 2026
The toolkit for World PT Day 2026 is now available, and includes information sheets, posters, banners, a t-shirt design, social media graphics, and an activities guide. These materials are aimed at the general public, and promote the role of physiotherapy and physical activity in the prevention, management, and rehabilitation of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
A resource list for facts is also available, along with an advocacy toolkit for physiotherapists to use to advocate for their role in cardiovascular disease and stroke to governments, patient groups, decision makers and policy makers.
Translations of the materials will be uploaded to our website as they become available.
Please note: the World PT Day materials may not be amended without the permission of World Physiotherapy.
Access the World PT Day 2026 toolkit
Why World PT Day matters
In 1996, 8 September was designated as World PT Day. This is the date World Physiotherapy was founded in 1951.
The day marks the unity and solidarity of the global physiotherapy community. It is an opportunity to recognise the work that physiotherapists do for their patients and community. Using World PT Day as a focus, World Physiotherapy aims to support member organisations in their efforts to promote the profession and advance their expertise.
Reports from around the world indicate that World PT Day activities have a positive impact on the profession’s profile and standing with both the public and policy makers.
Many World Physiotherapy member organisations already have their own national physiotherapy days, weeks and months. However, organisations that have no designated day of their own often choose 8 September.
