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April 2015 |
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From the President and Secretary General |
As you read this, we will be completing the WCPT General Meeting in Singapore, and turning our thoughts to the opening ceremony of the WCPT Congress 2015, which begins on Friday. There will be approximately 3,500 people there – and our registration statistics indicate that for around two thirds of them this will be their first WCPT Congress. It's great news that so many new people are discovering the congress, and have the opportunity to profit from its learning and networking opportunities. The profession can only benefit. For those who can't attend, there are still ways to share in the unique opportunities congress offers over the next few days. You can look at the programme (www.wcpt.org/congress/programme), follow our rolling news updates from congress (www.wcpt.org/congress/articles), follow what's going on Twitter through the #WCPT2015 hashtag and then – when the congress is over – access the dozens of presentations via our website. Whether you're in Singapore or not, we strongly believe that a WCPT Congress has something to offer everyone. Kind regards
Marilyn Moffat and Brenda J Myers If you would like to use all or part of this e-letter for your own newsletters/websites then please feel free. We need your assistance to reach the profession around the world, so please send this e-update to your members. |
WCPT Congress 2017: call for members of the ISC |
| The WCPT Executive Committee is seeking applications for membership on the International Scientific Committee (ISC) for the WCPT Congress 2017. The closing date for applications is 30th May 2015. Details can be found at: bit.ly/1HqC2DZ Applications from individual physical therapists belonging to a WCPT member organisation will be considered but they need the support of their member organisation. Individuals wishing to serve must submit: · a letter addressing the person specification · a current curriculum vitae · a letter of support from their WCPT member organisation. Applications should be submitted by e-mail, no later than 30th May to Esther Bright ebright@wcpt.org. |
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FREE course on rehabilitation of people with lower limb amputations |
Physiopedia is running a free six week course on rehabilitation of people with lower limb amputations. The course will start on 1st June 2015 and you can register now at: bit.ly/1yneXk4. The course has been developed with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and will be run in collaboration with them. ICRC supports rehabilitation services for amputees worldwide. Over the six weeks a wide range of theoretical concepts of amputee rehabilitation that can be applied to clinical practice will be covered. | 
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New WCPT network |
| WCPT Future Network is WCPT's newest network and is for physical therapist students and early career professionals who have been qualified less than five years. The aim of the network is to engage physical therapist students and early career professionals with WCPT and their member organisations, encouraging, promoting and facilitating the interchange of ideas and activities of common interest. |
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Call for full disclosure of trial results |
The World Health Organization has issued a public statement calling for the disclosure of results from clinical trials, whatever the result. The move aims to ensure that decisions related to the safety and efficacy of vaccines, drugs and medical devices for use by populations are supported by the best available evidence. The WHO statement falls into line with the objectives of the All Trials campaign for research transparency, which WCPT signed up to in 2013: www.alltrials.net/. |  www.freeimages.com / michaelaw" title="Image courtesy of www.freeimages.com / michaelaw" width="250" height="176" class="mailer"/>
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International Osteoporosis Foundation |
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Educata: free lymphedema article |
A new peer-reviewed research paper has been made available by Educata: Effects of manual lymphatic drainage on breast cancer-related lymphedema: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Download it at: www.educata.com/articles.aspx This, and other professional research articles, are available to download at at no charge to members of Educata. Register for free at: www.wcpt.org/node/29540. You may also be interested in Educata's courses on treating edema, all three of which are a part of the new Certificate of Achievement in Oncology Physical Therapy (CAOPT) from the Oncology Section of the APTA bit.ly/1G2VQJu. | 
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IFOMPT Conference |
| The abstract submission and registration process for the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT) Conference is now open. The IFOMPT Conference is an international event held every four years to celebrate innovation and research within neuromusculoskeletal physiotherapy. It will take place in Glasgow at the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) from 4th - 8th July 2016. Find out more at: www.ifomptconference.org/ |
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Global campaign: Inclusion saves lives |
Inclusion saves lives is a United Nations campaign ensuring the inclusion of persons with disabilities in all aspects of disaster risk reduction efforts to save lives. Persons with disabilities are a unique and often overlooked resource of knowledge and experience, essential to help reduce the risk of disasters and build resilient societies and communities. A barrier-free environment helps to ensure full and equal participation in society by all, regardless of age, gender or ability. To find out more about this campaign go to: bit.ly/1HPRVEz. | 
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