For immediate release
26thMarch 2012WCPT launches glossary for the profession
WCPT is pleased to announce the launch of its glossary. Supporting the Confederation's policies
and guidelines, it has been developed to aid international interpretation and promote a global
consistency in terminology.
Citing the importance of having an international glossary WCPT's President, Marilyn Moffat, says
"WCPT's glossary is the first A-Z covering professional and educational issues, rather than
practice interventions. To support the development and implementation of WCPT's policies and
guidelines a clear understanding of terminology internationally is important and this glossary is
designed to facilitate that and promote consistency. We're hopeful that this will be a valuable
resource for the profession and one that will continue to grow over time".
With over 170 fully referenced terms the glossary is a significant tool for WCPT's member
organisations, regions, subgroups and individual physical therapists. WCPT is encouraging the
wide use of these international terms.
The glossary may be accessed as:
an A–Z online version at www.wcpt.org/glossary-list
a PDF to download at www.wcpt.org/glossaryAn annual review of this glossary will take place. Member organisations, regions and subgroups
can suggest amendments and terms for inclusion in the glossary where they are internationally
applicable. Please send suggestions and comments to
info@wcpt.org.For further information please contact:
Mia Lockner
t: +44 (0)20 7931 6465
e:
info@wcpt.org
