How IFOMPT Shapes Global Manual Therapy Education and Practice

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