WCPT News - April 2013

 

April 2013 www.wcpt.org       Research by WCPT reveals global picture on direct access to physical therapy Research by WCPT has for the first time provided authoritative information about the extent to which patients can directly access physical therapists without referral by a third party. Papers based on the research have been published in the journals Physiotherapy and Physical Therapy, and are available to view as open access.  Read the full article WCPT promotes access to the profession for people with disabilities WCPT is promoting access to physical therapy education for people with disabilities and supporting physical therapists with disabilities in practice through a new information-based project.  Read the full article Significant new guidance on physical therapists' responsibilities in emergency zones What are the responsibilities of physical therapists involved in emergency zones? New plain-language guidance from the International Committee of the Red Cross sets out the rights and responsibilities of health personnel in conflict and other situations of danger. It has been welcomed by physical therapists who specialise in this area.  Read the full article DOWNLOAD ISSUE   What's inside this issue?      Evidence available to everyone.  Read        WCPT takes action on NCDs.  Read        Congress survey results.  Read        New subgroup leaders forum.  Read        More articles     If you have problems reading this email please try the web page: http://www.wcpt.org/wcptnews The World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) is a registered charity in the UK, no. 234307 Copyright World Confederation for Physical Therapy 2013 | Privacy | Disclaimer | Terms of use | Contact Click here to unsubscribe