WCPT reports

WCPT has published many reports covering its achievements, history, the proceedings of significant meetings, and issues facing the profession worldwide.  Many are available to download here as pdfs.

WCPT 60th anniversary publication

Published to coincide with WCPT's 17th General Meeting in Amsterdam, this report includes a review of WCPT's achievements over the past four years and over the 60 years since it was established. It includes information about the work and aspirations of WCPT today in the context of its history and growth.

Read 60th anniversary e-publication

Download 60th anniversary publication [1.8mb]

WCPT Quadrennial Report 2007

Published for distribution at the 16th General Meeting in 2007, the quadrennial report provides an overview of the work of WCPT for the period between the 15th and 16th General Meetings (2003-2007). Included are descriptions of each region and subgroup along with a report of their activities. The next report will be published for the 17th General Meeting in 2011.

Download Quadrennial report [3.1mb]

WCPT - the first 50 years

Published in celebration of 50 years of the WCPT (1951-2001), this 16 page monograph reflects some of the issues, achievements and events which shaped the Confederation's development from its inception to its 50th year. The material is organised by decade and includes photographs from meetings and congresses.

Download WCPT - the first 50 years [6.3mb]

If you would like an original copy of this document please contact info@wcpt.org

Report of Evidence Based Practice (EBP) Expert Meeting 2001

This meeting facilitated the exchange of information, developed a shared vision for EBP in physical therapy and stimulated thinking about plans for collaborative international projects. The outcome of the meeting was a programme to support the development of EBP in physical therapy.

• Download the full report of the EBP meeting
• Download the executive summary of the EBP meeting

WCPT briefing paper: Primary health care and community based rehabilitation

Implications for physical therapy based on a survey of WCPT's member organisations and a literature review.

Download the WCPT briefing paper: Primary health care and community based rehabilitation.

Exploring issues related to the qualification recognition of physical therapists

Prepared by Susan Glover Takahashi, Dianne Millette and Tabasom Eftekari for WCPT. Revised June 2003.

Download the report Exploring issues related to the qualification recognition of physical therapists.