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Physical Therapy Provider Network

PTPN is America’s premier network of independent rehabilitation providers. Established in 1985, PTPN has built a track record for delivering comprehensive, cost-effective and high quality outpatient rehabilitation services.

World Confederation for Physical Therapy

The World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) is the sole international voice for physical therapy, representing physical therapists worldwide through its member organisations.

Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

The largest section of the APTA, the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy represents those physical therapists focused on the rehabilitation of orthopaedic injuries.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists

The AAOMPT has been instrumental in raising the awareness of physical therapists to the contributions of manual therapy to the physical therapy profession and of the contributions of fellowship training in achieving advanced clinical competence. The AAOMPT has been active and visible within the APTA and the Orthopedic Section.

American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy

The American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy (AASPT) provides a common forum for members of the Association with an interest in sports physical therapy. The mission of the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy, as a component of the American Physical Therapy Association, is to promote excellence in sports physical therapy practice, research, education, and professional development. Our vision is to be the leader in sports physical therapy.

American Physical Therapy Association

The American Physical Therapy Association is a membership organization representing and promoting the profession of physical therapy, is to further the profession's role in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of movement dysfunctions and the enhancement of the physical health and functional abilities of members of the public.

Association of Physical and Natural Therapists

The Association of Physical and Natural Therapists was originally formed in 1986 to give therapists a professional body interested more in high standards and professional conduct than in red tape.

Australian Physiotherapy Association

We advocate for equitable access to quality physiotherapy and optimal healthcare for all Australians. We assist our members to provide quality physiotherapy through professional excellence and career success.

Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy

CAMPT is Canada’s member organization of the International Federation of Manipulative Physical Therapists, part of the World Confederation of Physical Therapy and the World Health Organization. CAMPT’s role is to advance manual therapy practice, education and research in Canada, and to monitor Canadian education programs to ensure they meet the standards of IFOMT.

Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators

The Alliance is the national federation of provincial/territorial physiotherapy regulators committed to the development and improvement of regulatory standards of practice for physiotherapists.

Canadian Physiotherapy Association

The CPA strives to achieve excellence in three priority areas: value for members, excellence in practice, and Canadians’ appreciation of the benefits of physiotherapy.

Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

CSP is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 51,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers.

Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy

The mission of the FCCPT is to support protection of the public through the evaluation and authentication of credentials and provision of related services in an ethical manner.

Independent Physical Therapists of California

Building a stronger profession and better health care...together.

Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists

ISCP advocates for the provision of a person-centred quality service that is accessible, effective, humanitarian, and advances health and social gain. We promote the profession, represent our members and support them in delivering the highest standards of professional care.

Malta Association of Physiotherapists

The Malta Association of Physiotherapists is the sole voluntary organisation representing the physiotherapy profession in Malta and Gozo.

American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists

The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists is dedicated to promoting professionalism and advancing the standards of patient care through education, literature, research, advocacy, and collaboration.

American Association of Rehabilitation Therapists

American Association of Rehabilitation Therapists https://www.facebook.com/SNFRTC. Devoted to therapists in SNF's who struggle ethically and morally because of financial demands placed on revenue generation instead of patient's needs.

American College of Sports Medicine

A global leader in sports medicine and exercise science.

American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine

We are a vibrant, international group with diverse individual backgrounds – all united at ACRM with common interests in rehabilitation and evidence-based research to improve the lives of individuals with disabling conditions.

American Medical Rehabilitation Providers Association

AMRPA is the nation’s only trade organization dedicated solely to the interests of Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals and Units (IRH/U), outpatient rehabilitation centers, and other medical rehabilitation providers.

American Occupational Therapy Foundation

AOTF, founded in 1965 as a charitable 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, uses fiscal and human resources, to expand and refine the body of knowledge of occupational therapy and promote understanding of the value of occupation in the interest of the public good.

American Society of Hand Therapists

The American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT) is a professional organization comprising licensed occupational and physical therapists who specialize in the treatment and rehabilitation of the upper extremity.

Association of Academic Physiatrists

AAP is an organization of PM&R physicians who are dedicated to improving patient care by advancing the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation through research, education and advocacy.

British Association of Hand Therapists

BAHT is a registered UK charity and clinical interest group for anyone interested in the rehabilitation of hands. BAHT aims to support members in their professional development as hand therapists, including the progression of specialist knowledge, clinical skills and their understanding of the profession.

Disabled People's International

Established in 1981, the International Year of Disabled Persons, Disabled People's International (DPI) was the world's first successful cross-disability endeavour to convert the talk about full and equal participation of persons with disabilities into action.

European Federation of Societies for Hand Therapy

The overall purposes of the EFSHT are: -To increase the interest in and exchange of knowledge about Hand Therapy as such. -To coordinate activities among the European Societies to promote the exchange and development of knowledge. -To share scientific experience and research with collegues, and also with Hand Surgeons and allied professionals dealing with hand patients. -To expand the practice of Hand Therapy so that an increasing number of patients with hand injuries may receive hand rehabilitation.

Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society

GCMAS is a multi-disciplinary organization of physicians, allied health professionals, engineers, biomechanists and scientists working together to advance scientific knowledge, technical capabilities, and clinical practice in the field of human movement.

Hand Therapy Certification Commission

HTCC is a not-for-profit corporation established in 1989 for the purpose of sponsoring a voluntary credentialing program for occupational therapists and physical therapists who specialize in upper extremity rehabilitation.

IDEA

The world's largest association for fitness and wellness professionals.

International Federation of Societies for Hand Therapy

The International Federation of Societies for Hand Therapy represents over 5000 therapists all over the world. The mission statement of the IFSHT is to provide global networking and educational opportunities to develop and enhance the practice of hand therapy.

Kessler Foundation

Kessler Foundation is a public charity dedicated to improving quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

National Athletic Trainers' Association

NATA is the professional membership association for certified athletic trainers and others who support the athletic training profession. Founded

National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability

NCHPAD is positioned to effect change in health promotion/obesity management among people with disabilities through advocacy, services and programs to numerous organizations and people throughout the country.

National Rehabilitation Association

As the Nation's most established and respected membership association for rehabilitation professionals, we welcome you to the Website of the National Rehabilitation Association (NRA). NRA members work to eliminate barriers and increase employment opportunities for people with disabilities

National Strength and Conditioning Association

NSCA is the world leading membership organization for thousands of elite strength coaches, personal trainers and dedicated researchers and educators.

North American Spine Society

NASS is a global multidisciplinary medical society that utilizes education, research and advocacy to foster the highest quality, ethical, value- and evidence-based spine care for patients. NASS is comprised of more than 7,500 members worldwide from several disciplines including orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, physiatry, neurology, radiology, anesthesiology, research, physical therapy and other spine care professionals.

Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America

RESNA works to improve the lives of people with disabilities through the use of technology.

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