Positive start to programme-planning for the next WCPT Congress
Planning for the 2017 WCPT Congress in Cape Town began in September with the first meeting of the committee organising the event’s scientific programme. read more
View ArticleCould this be your chance to run a key WCPT Congress session?
Could this be your chance to run one of the key sessions for the WCPT Congress in Cape Town, South Africa in 2017? WCPT is inviting recognised experts in their fields to submit proposals for focused...
View ArticleWCPT launches call for abstracts for Congress 2017 in Cape Town
The World Confederation for Physical Therapy is launching its call for abstracts for the WCPT Congress 2017 in South Africa, with the online submission system to open in August.read more
View ArticleLeading speakers announced for WCPT Congress
Seventy-five global opinion leaders and innovators in the world of physical therapy will present key sessions at the forthcoming WCPT Congress, to be held in Cape Town, South Africa on 2nd-4th July...
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The Critical Physio Network brings new thinking to Congress
The future of physical therapy could be in danger unless the profession opens up to thinking from across the academic spectrum, according to David Nicholls of the Critical Physio Network.
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Roleplaying symposium aims for a systematic approach to lifestyle behaviour...
An innovative session at next year’s WCPT Congress in South Africa will use roleplaying to show therapists how they can consistently encourage patients to live healthier lives.
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Competition winners prepare for Congress in Cape Town
Marit Kristiansen from Norway and Marcus Chong from Singapore have won WCPT’s competition for free registration at next year’s congress in South Africa.
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HIV rehabilitation offers physical therapists opportunities to lead and innovate
As the number of people living with HIV increases and the disease becomes a long-term condition physical therapists can make a significant difference.
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Courses in Cape Town offer unique learning opportunities
The WCPT Congress in Cape Town includes a series of 13 exclusively-designed courses which compliment the scientific programme and offer the chance to learn directly from experts.
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Congress Indaba calls for your contributions
A new meeting and inspiration zone at the WCPT Congress in Cape Town will facilitate networking and information sharing.
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Congress presenters encouraged to use digital media for added value and reach
Delegates presenting at the WCPT Congress in Cape Town can use mobile phones, video and audio to increase the reach of their findings.
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Ten tips for a great WCPT Congress
Delegates are preparing for one of the best congresses yet. These tips can help you get the most out of the event, and return to practice inspired, energised and informed.
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Class of 1969 set to reunite in Cape Town
Physical therapists from the 1969 class at the University of the Witwatersrand will celebrate a fifth reunion when they meet once more at the WCPT Congress.
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Welcome to the greatest show on physiotherapy earth
In a blaring burst of drumbeats, mass screaming – and even a quick audience mutual massage session – WCPT’s first ever Congress in Africa got off to an energetic start.
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Ten things to do in and around Cape Town
The WCPT Congress offers the opportunity to explore South Africa’s legislative capital. From hiking to Table Mountain to visiting notorious Robben Island, here are ten ideas to get you started.
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Pain science provides answers as biomedical models to trauma and torture fail
A biopsychosocial approach to treating pain has helped April Gamble improve care for victims of torture and trauma in Iraq.
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Maximising your use of social media
Social media offers a great way to connect with others at the WCPT Congress, while sharing your experience with the physical therapy family around the world.
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It’s time for pelvic floor physios to stand up and shout
Pelvic floor PTs need to highlight everything they can do to help people of all ages, according to specialist Carina Siracusa.
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The gift of congress: bursaries that change lives
Nineteen physical therapists from 14 countries have received bursaries enabling them to attend the WCPT Congress in Cape Town – and the results could be career changing, they believe.
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Indaba sessions build on personal experience to bring solutions
Congress’s Indaba zone was busy and buzzing on the first day of congress, as delegates gave personal and impromptu contributions on subjects close to their heart.
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