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SPREAD THE WORD

Why physiotherapy matters and how you can help share the message.

During National Physiotherapy Month in May, members across Ontario help raise awareness about the impact of physiotherapy on patients’ lives and throughout the healthcare system.

Use the resources below to tell the story in your sphere of influence: share key messages, highlight patient success stories, and show why physiotherapy matters.

Thank you to everyone who participated in 2026! Check out a few of the participants below.

Thank you to our members

Members participated in 2 ways this May

In May 2026 we encouraged members to participate in our National Physiotherapy Month campaign in two ways.

1. Tagging OPA with both #npm2026 and #wearept so that we could share their post.  
2. Submitting their pictures for OPA to publish on our communications platforms.  

OPA Contest 
Every OPA member who tagged OPA or submitted their picture and information was automatically entered into the $100 gift card draw. Congratulations to Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic who won the draw! 

latest on npm

National Physiotherapy Month News

National Physiotherapy Month Excitement! 
OPA Meets with MPs & Sends Letter to the Minister of Health
National Physiotherapy Month – Members on Scope of Practice – Jennifer Howey
National Physiotherapy Month – Members on Scope of Practice – Wanda Chen
HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Share patient stories from the Physiotherapy Matters campaign

Visit the public-facing Physiotherapy Matters campaign page to watch real patient stories. Share these stories on social media and with your networks to help raise awareness of the value and impact of physiotherapy.
Key messages & talking points

Common questions about physiotherapy and how to answer them.

This messaging may be helpful when connecting with patients, engaging with local media, or creating posts during National Physiotherapy Month. The clearer we tell the story of physiotherapy, the greater the impact we can make.

Physiotherapy is a recognized, evidence-based health profession. Physiotherapists play a crucial role in the health of individuals and populations throughout the healthcare system and across their lifespan.

Physiotherapy is essential for health and well-being. Physiotherapists assess and diagnose injuries and conditions. They also treat and can help prevent injuries or re-injury. Physiotherapists help manage chronic conditions.

Physiotherapists work in every part of the health system. Whether patients require home care, physiotherapy in their community, or are currently in a hospital, long-term care facility, or a rehabilitation centre, everyone can access a physiotherapist. All physiotherapists in Ontario are registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and can easily be found by searching for “physiotherapy” in your area.  

  • Heart and lung disease-related sequelae
  • Musculoskeletal injuries such as sprains, strains and fractures 
  • Stroke, brain injury, spinal cord and nerve injury
  • Cancer-related sequelae
  • Incontinence and pelvic dysfunction 
  • Chronic pain
  • Pre-operative preparation and post-surgery recovery, for example, in joint-replacement
  • Chronic conditions including diabetes, arthritis and osteoporosis