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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 3h

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Today, we celebrate Mildred Elson, World Physiotherapy’s inaugural president and a pioneer of the profession, as one of the 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/yOo750ZQERh

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 9h

By 2030, 1.4 billion people will be aged over 60. On #OlderPersonsDay, we’re highlighting our healthy ageing resources, which explore the role physiotherapists play in supporting healthy ageing and helping people remain active and independent. 🔗: ow.ly/kUsf50ZRu97

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. We’re delighted to recognise Katsumi Ogawa, a member of the Japanese Physical Therapy Association, as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/AovK50ZQ35V

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On #WorldHeartDay we’re highlighting the important role physiotherapists play in cardiovascular health – from prevention and physical activity to rehabilitation & long-term support. Explore recent #WorldPTDay resources on stroke & cardiovascular disease: ow.ly/C9i950ZQ32L

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Congratulations to Hua-Fang (Lily) Liao, who has been nominated as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/NCYX50ZPKun

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🚨 Abstract submissions close tomorrow! The call for abstracts for World Physiotherapy Congress 2027 closes at midnight UTC on 29 September 2026. Don't miss your chance to present your work to the global physiotherapy community in Guadalajara, Mexico. Submit here: ow.ly/jJMU50ZNUGH

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Today, we’re recognising Furqan Ahmed Siddiqi from Pakistan as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/jVe550ZPKr9

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Congratulations to Brenda Morrow, a member of the South African Society of Physiotherapy, who is being recognised as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/eNkc50ZPJTA

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Meet Tony Chang, a member of the Surinamese Association for Physiotherapy (SVF) and one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: world.physio/75th-anniversary/75-no…

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

⚠️ Last chance - abstract submissions for World Physiotherapy Congress 2027 close soon. This is your final opportunity to share your research with the global physiotherapy community! Submit your abstract by 29 September 2026: ow.ly/1wWX50ZNToJ

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

This World Pharmacists Day, we’re proud to celebrate our colleagues at the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) and the difference we are making together through the World Health Professions Alliance.

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Join us in congratulating Ildikó Balogh, from Hungary, who has been named as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/J3im50ZObGP

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Learning doesn’t stop when a physiotherapist qualifies. Our education policy statement highlights the importance of continuous learning and development throughout a physiotherapist’s career. Read the policy statement: ow.ly/Xg4w50ZNTkB

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Today, we recognise Urvashy Gopaul, from Mauritius, as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/xUTm50ZObxt

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Looking to strengthen the quality and recognition of your CPD? World Physiotherapy offers recognition for individual CPD events and organisations delivering CPD, assessed against international quality requirements. Find out more and check your eligibility: ow.ly/jMl050ZP3BI

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🌍 75 noteworthy physiotherapists We’re celebrating Georges Boueiri, one of our 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Georges founded the Physical Therapists Association of Lebanon and has contributed to advances in education, regulation, and recognition. ow.ly/hTBQ50ZOege

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

After discussions about shared challenges, priorities, and opportunities for collaboration, physiotherapy leaders from across the Pacific agree to develop a Pacific Physiotherapy Regional Action Group to build professional connections & share expertise. ow.ly/JEE350ZQ2mL

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Could you help shape the quality of physiotherapy education worldwide? 🌍 Join our team of volunteer accreditation peer reviewers and contribute to global education standards whilst gaining quality assurance experience. Apply before Friday 25 September 2026! ow.ly/nsNS50ZP16J

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🌍 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Today, we celebrate Kari Bø from Norway. For over 40 years, Kari has made major contributions to research and education in pelvic floor dysfunction and women’s health, alongside publishing 365+ peer-reviewed papers. ow.ly/O4AQ50ZOJbH

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🔔 The final week you can submit an abstract for World Physiotherapy Congress 2027. Submit before 29 September 2026 and share your work with colleagues from around the world! ow.ly/LugN50ZNSkp

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Join us in celebrating Bernadette Bryan-Frankson, from Jamaica, one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/oJKW50ZOblj

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

On #WorldAlzheimersDay we recognise those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, their families, carers, and those who support them💜 Physiotherapists play a role in improving quality of life by helping people stay active & maintain independence.

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

How is AI changing physiotherapy research? Meet five of the international experts joining our Global Summit on AI in Physiotherapy in Taipei next month! 🌐 Find out more and register to join us in-person for the open sessions: ow.ly/LrSG50ZOBcG

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Today, we recognise Philip van der Wees, from the Netherlands, as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/UxCb50ZObLH

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Congratulations to Emmanuel Babatunde John, from Nigeria, who has been named as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/Jooa50ZObba

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Today, we’re shining a spotlight on Prue Galley, from Australia, who is one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/x4t850ZOb5F

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Recent regulatory changes in Türkiye are expanding the professional scope of physiotherapists across independent practice, complementary healthcare, preventive health, and healthy ageing. Find out more: ow.ly/8Q1H50ZOMB0

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Missed the #WorldPTDay webinar delivered by World Physiotherapy, PAHO and the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) last week? Watch on demand: ▶️ ow.ly/suZe50ZOGwM

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This World Patient Safety Day, we’re joining WHO and the World Health Professions Alliance (WHPA) in calling for action to reduce avoidable harm and improve care for people living with NCDs. Read the full press release: ow.ly/aYnf50ZOB2V #WorldPatientSafetyDay

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. We’re delighted to recognise Isabel Souza Guerra, from Portugal, as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/bpLT50ZNIBx

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

How will AI shape the future of physiotherapy education? Meet six of the international experts joining our Global Summit on AI in Physiotherapy next month to explore this topic. 🌐 Register to join us in-person for the open sessions: ow.ly/VYf350ZNRmH

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Missed the #WorldPTDay webinar delivered by World Physiotherapy, @pahowho and @APTA_official? Watch on demand to hear from experts and patients about the importance of physiotherapy and rehabilitation in daily functioning & primary health care. ▶️ ow.ly/vgs850ZOjFQ

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Robin McKenzie, from New Zealand, is one of our 75 noteworthy physiotherapists, recognised for transforming physiotherapy practice worldwide through his pioneering approach to assessing and managing spinal pain. Find out more: ow.ly/oPsL50ZNqmc

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. We’re delighted to recognise Dina Brooks, from Canada, as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/aCir50ZNoFn

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

⏰ Only two weeks left to submit your abstract for World Physiotherapy Congress 2027! Don't miss the opportunity to contribute to the exchange of knowledge and innovation that will help shape the future of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Submit before 29 September 2026: ow.ly/5ZIn50ZNp9L

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

How is AI changing physiotherapy practice? Meet five of the international experts joining our Global Summit on AI in Physiotherapy in Taipei, next month. 🌐 Find out more and join the open, in-person sessions: ow.ly/Y3ru50ZLt5a

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Can you help shape the quality of physiotherapy education worldwide? 🌍 Be a volunteer accreditation peer reviewer and contribute to global education standards, gain experience in quality assurance and peer review, and connect with international experts. ow.ly/bLw750ZKjpF

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

🌍 75 noteworthy physiotherapists Congratulations to Thompson Oshin, member of the Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy, and a World Physiotherapy 75 noteworthy physiotherapist who has contributed a century of service to shaping physiotherapy in Nigeria and across Africa. ow.ly/vwHf50ZLYiQ

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

🌍 75 noteworthy physiotherapists Congratulations to Marco Pang of the Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association, one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists Recognised for his internationally recognised research, Marco is chair World Physiotherapy AWP region ow.ly/N70350ZLXVZ

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

🌍 75 noteworthy physiotherapists Congratulations to Ulrich Betz of Physio Deutschland, one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists His PROMISE project demonstrated how optimising care can improve function and reduce hospital stays and costs ow.ly/Une650ZLWlS

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Does your organisation provide products, services, or solutions for the physiotherapy profession? Become a partner or exhibitor at World Physiotherapy Congress 2027 in Guadalajara, Mexico, 14–16 May and showcase your work to more than 3,000 participants. ow.ly/a27O50ZISFu

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Do you have an innovative method of physiotherapy to share that meets the changing needs of practice? Present your ideas to the global community at World Physiotherapy Congress 2027. Submit an abstract here: ow.ly/O9sp50ZITvx

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists Join us in celebrating Ann Moore, member of the CSP in the UK, as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists Ann has specialised in MSK physio throughout her career focussing on non-specific LBP ow.ly/nb1g50ZLVuT

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Missed yesterday’s abstract drop-in session? Join us on 16 September for another chance to get support with your abstract for World Physiotherapy Congress 2027, ask questions and get advice from our team. 🇬🇧 English breakout room 🇪🇸 Spanish breakout room 🔗 Register: ow.ly/PiYh50ZKi9r

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🌍 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. We’re delighted to recognise Aimée Stewart, from South Africa, as one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists. Find out more: ow.ly/kiIr50ZLv6M

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

In just one month, 16 international experts will come together in Taipei for our Global Summit on AI in Physiotherapy – exploring the responsible and ethical application of AI across practice, education, and research. Join the open, in-person sessions in Taiwan: ow.ly/2HKB50ZIS1w

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

A huge thank you to our member organisations and translators who helped make this year’s #WorldPTDay resources available in more than 50 languages! 🌍 Your support helped make World PT Day accessible to physiotherapists and communities worldwide!

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🌟 75 years. 75 noteworthy physiotherapists As part of our anniversary celebrations, we’re recognising 75 noteworthy physiotherapists who have made an exceptional contribution to the profession at a national, regional, or international level - starting tomorrow. ow.ly/BFbT50ZKjco

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

📣 Physiotherapists, we want to hear about your research! Share your work with the global physiotherapy community at World Physiotherapy Congress 2027. Only 20 days left to submit your abstract. Deadline 29 September 2026: ow.ly/EbhS50ZITiu

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

It’s great to see World PT Day activities already getting underway around the world! 🎉 How are you celebrating today? Download our social media graphics, tag WorldPhysio1951 and use #WorldPTDay to get involved and share your activities. Download the graphics: ow.ly/iZcm50ZKiON

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