International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT)

Description

The International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapists, represents groups of Manipulative Therapists around the world, who have completed stringent post-registration/post-graduation specialisation programs in the field of neuro-musculo-skeletal disorders. It is a Federation that sets Educational and Clinical Standards in this area of Physical Therapy. IFOMT actively encourages improved patient management by its Standards Document and by acitvely endorsing Evidence Based Practise. IFOMT is a subgroup of the World Confederation of Physical Therapy, and was formed in 1974.

Mission / Aims

World-wide promotion of excellence and unity in clinical and academic standards for manual/musculoskeletal physiotherapists.

Principal activities

Monitoring standards of Manual Therapy internationally, 4 yearly conference, biennial newsletter.

Training / Licensing / Certification

Groups from representative countries submit curriculums for evaluation by the Standards Committee as a pathway to membership.

Affiliations

We are member of:

World Confederation of Physical Therapy (WCPT)