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What role does IFOMPT play in global manual and musculoskeletal physiotherapy?






In this episode of the Hands-On, Hands-Off Podcast, leaders from AAOMPT sit down with IFOMPT President Dr. Paolo Sanzo to discuss international education standards, evidence-informed practice, and global collaboration. The conversation explores how IFOMPT supports clinicians, educators, and researchers worldwide—and why global consistency ultimately improves patient care.






00:00 – Introduction to the AAOMPT–IFOMPT collaborative series


01:29 – Introducing Dr. Paolo Sanzo and IFOMT leadership


03:19 – What IFOMPT is and its role within World Physiotherapy


04:12 – Paolo’s journey through IFOMPT leadership roles


05:21 – IFOMPT’s growth since 1974


07:11 – IFOMPT’s vision and mission explained


09:47 – Education standards and member organization requirements


12:10 – International monitoring and maintaining consistency


17:49 – Evidence-based practice and global context


20:16 – IFOMPT as a research and collaboration conduit


23:14 – Challenges and opportunities of global collaboration


26:18 – Working with international organizations and regions


30:35 – Strategic priorities and future direction


32:46 – Advice for clinicians pursuing excellence


34:02 – Final reflections and closing remarks