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Musculoskeletal
Musculoskeletal physiotherapists have always been innovators—pioneering techniques, leading research and advancing clinical standards.
The Musculoskeletal group connects physiotherapists committed to excellence in patient care, supporting them to refine their skills, share knowledge and influence the direction of musculoskeletal practice across Australia.
Members receive regular updates featuring research, clinical discussions and professional insights, along with invitations to in-person and online lectures and professional development courses—many offered in collaboration with other APA national groups.
Through PhysioHub, members can access a national community of peers, exchange ideas, discuss complex cases and stay connected with current issues shaping musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
Member benefits include:
- regular updates featuring research highlights, case studies and event information
- discounts on professional development courses and events organised by the Musculoskeletal group
- free access to lectures and online lectures hosted by the group
- opportunities to participate in state and national committees, including the biannual conference scientific committee
- subscription to InTouch, the official magazine of the Musculoskeletal national group, featuring clinical advances, research, case studies and professional profiles (available for a small annual fee)
- support for progression towards titling and specialisation in musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- access to the Musculoskeletal community on PhysioHub—collaborate with colleagues, share resources and join professional discussions in a secure, member-only space.
APA national groups align with the specialty subgroups within the World Physiotherapy organisation.
About the group
Founded in 1966 as the Manipulative Therapists' Association of Australia, the Musculoskeletal group is the oldest and one of the largest APA national groups. It has a long history of clinical leadership and continues to evolve to reflect advances in science and practice.
The group's focus has expanded beyond manual therapy to embrace the latest in pain science, movement control, behavioural science and the biopsychosocial model of care.
Members work across private practice, hospitals, research and education—united by a shared goal of improving function, reducing pain and enhancing quality of life.
Professional development remains central to the group's mission, with an extensive face-to-face and online education calendar, collaborative events with other national groups and regular lectures addressing the latest research and clinical advances.
Members are encouraged to take an active role—whether through committee participation, teaching, mentoring or engaging in national conversations through PhysioHub.
Every two years, the APA conference scientific committee curates a musculoskeletal program showcasing new evidence, emerging leaders and best practice—offering members another opportunity to shape the profession's future.
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