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Legislation, Rules andLegislation, Rules andRegulations GoverningRegulations Governing

Physiotherapy PracticePhysiotherapy Practice

(WCPT and IAP)(WCPT and IAP)

By Parul Saraf

MPT 1st year

Moderators: Dr. Parul and Dr. Girish


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ASSOCIATIONS FORASSOCIATIONS FOR

PHYSIOTHERAPYPHYSIOTHERAPY

REGULATIONREGULATION

WCPT (World Confederation For Physical

Therapy)

IAP (Indian Association Of Physiotherapists)


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http://www.wcpt.org/


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INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION

WCPT founded in 1951 is international voicefor physical therapy through its 11 foundingmember organizations.

It is a non-profit organisation, registered as acharity in the uk.


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Founded in 1951 in Copenhagen, Denmark,

with 11 founding member organizationsfrom

Canada

South Africa Sweden

Denmark New Zealand

Great Britain Norway

Finland United States of America

West Germany Australia


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It also has links with voluntary international

bodies like:

Rehabilitation International

World Medical Association

UNICEF

WHO


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OBJECTIVESOBJECTIVES

Advancing physical therapy profession &improve global health through:

Encouraging high standards ofphysical therapy research,education and practice

Collaborating with national andinternational organizations


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Supporting the exchange ofinformation between WCPTregions and member organizations


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WCPT MEMBERSHIPWCPT MEMBERSHIP

Criteria's:

Majority of the governing bodymust be qualified physiotherapists

Should have majority of qualifiedphysiotherapists

Should be open to all qualifiedphysiotherapists across the country


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If more than one organization of the samecountry has registered,organisation with

highest number of physical therapists in thecountry will be eligible for membership.

Member organization has to abide with thecodes of ethics of WCPT.


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WCPT EXECUTIVEWCPT EXECUTIVE

COMMITTEECOMMITTEE

Elected by WCPT member organizations

Members:

- President - Vice-president

-A member from each region

The Executive Committee meets at least onceannually


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ETHICAL PRINCIPLESETHICAL PRINCIPLESOFOF

WCPTWCPT


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Respect the rights and dignity of allindividuals

Accept responsibility for the exercise of soundjudgement

Provide honest, competent and accountableprofessional services


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Provide accurate information to patients,agencies and the community about physicaltherapy and its services

To a just a fair level of remuneration for theirservices

Provide quality services


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Comply with the laws and regulationsgoverning the practice of physical therapy inthe country in which they practice

Contribute in community health services andneeds


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RESPONSIBILITIES OF WCPT &RESPONSIBILITIES OF WCPT &

ITS MEMBER OFITS MEMBER OFORGANISATIONSORGANISATIONS

To publish, promote and circulate code ofethics

Monitors the practice of their members

Disciplinary procedures for members whosepractice falls outside the codes of ethics


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WCPT REGIONSWCPT REGIONS

Africa

Asia Western Pacific

European North American Caribbean

South America


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Indian Association OfIndian Association OfPhysiotherapists(IAP)Physiotherapists(IAP)


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Governs the practice of physiotherapists

across india to provide high standards ofquality service .

IAP is Registered Under

(I) Public Trust No. F 1335

(II) Societies Registration Act Xxi of 1860No 3376 of 1955-56


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Memorandum of the Association

(Approved by Central Executive Council

and General body on 8

th

and 9

th

January2008 at Dehradun)


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AIMS

&

OBJECTIVES


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To establish different categories of members

of IAP

To maintain registers of different categories of

IAP members

To conduct seminars, meetings, workshops,

camps & lectures & to publish journals,literatures and newsletters time to time.


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Promote scientific research and technology inphysiotherapy

To watch and advice governmental and non

governmental organisations on policymatters affecting physiotherapy practice anddevelopment.


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To award scholarships, prizes, free ships,travel grants and monetary facilities to thestudents

To issue registration certificates of IAPmembership to its life members


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RULES & REGULATIONS OFRULES & REGULATIONS OF

IAPIAP Membership Of IAP

Categories Of Members

Cessation Of Membership


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MEMBERSHIPMEMBERSHIPOFOFIAPIAP

Physiotherapists from IAP recognisedinstitutions.

Physiotherapists from non recognisedinstitutions in india and abroad(associatemembers)

For associate members to become ordinarymembers of IAP- qualify IAP exam


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CATEGORIES OF MEMBERSCATEGORIES OF MEMBERS

Ordinary Members

Fellows

Life MembersAssociate Members

Honorary Members

Students MembersPatrons


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CESSATION OF MEMBERSHIPCESSATION OF MEMBERSHIP

Resignation by written notice to the secretary.

Dies or becomes lunatic, or of unsound mindor otherwise becomes incapable of acting asa member.

is adjusted insolvent or convicted of anoffence involving mortal turpitude.


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Fails to pay any arrears of subscription for aperiod of more than 24 months.

is disqualified from membership by theGeneral Body of I.A.P.


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CENTRAL EXECUTIVE COUNCILCENTRAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL The Central Executive Council shall

consist of 9 elected and 2 ex-officio members.

Election of the CEC: Every 3 year throughpostal ballot by active members.


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President

Vice President

General Secretary

Treasurer

5 Members Elected By General Body


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ETHICAL RULES OFETHICAL RULES OF

IAPIAP


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Provide honest quality care

Administer treatment in the interest of thepatient with sound judgement of the

treatment

Respect the dignity and rights of the patients

and professional colleagues

Refer the patient to the appropriate speciality

if need be.


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Shall maintain the confidentiality of the patientand patients disease.

Keep updated with recent advances in thefield.

Treatment with prior consent of the patient/relative


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Shall not solicit patient through fee splitting

Provide necessary information to the patient orthe next relative if required regarding thedisease and its management.

Maintain dignity & honor of the profession


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Contribute in community health needs

Maintain high standards of professional

conduct

Balance the wants,needs and requirements ofthe patients programme,for long term wellbeing of the patient


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Resist pressures to use their influenceinappropriately

Seek appropriate guidance and directionswhen faced with ethical dilemmas

Offer services to the individuals andorganisations with a legitimate claim onthese services.


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