Richard Souza, PT, MPT, PhD, a Foundation-funded researcher, now leads NIH-funded research on hip and knee osteoarthritis, exploring how gait biomechanics contribute to disease progression.
The Foundation for Physical Therapy Research
Research Services
Alexandria, VA 1,110 followers
The Foundation for Physical Therapy Research funds research and develops researchers to optimize movement and health.
About us
Physical therapy improves quality of life, health, and movement. Research makes the profession of physical therapy stronger by defining the value of physical therapy, providing data to help professionals deliver the best possible care, and developing innovative treatments and approaches. FPTR's mission is to fund research and develop researchers to optimize movement and health. FPTR is an independent 501(c)(3) governed by a Board of Trustees. Our work would not be possible without the guidance and expertise of an extraordinary group of volunteers who serve on our board and those who serve on special committees. Many have first-hand experience as past recipients of Foundation funding. Our team also includes the people that carry out the Foundation’s day-to-day operations and strategic plan — the Foundation’s staff.
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http://foundation4pt.org/
External link for The Foundation for Physical Therapy Research
- Industry
- Research Services
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Alexandria, VA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1979
- Specialties
- Physical Therapy Research and Grants, Scholarships, Fellowships
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1111 N. Fairfax Street
Alexandria, VA 22314, US
Employees at The Foundation for Physical Therapy Research
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The 2025 VCU-Marquette Challenge is running strong thanks to the PT and PTA programs who have donated! Check out to see if your program is on the List: https://lnkd.in/eGyxpYfN You can get started today at your program to continue supporting PT research. Highlighted in the image is Northwestern University Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences musical chair fundraiser, Shenandoah University's 5K, and University of Delaware - Department of Physical Therapy Pie Time.
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🫶 Fostering a sense of #belonging in #DPT education is the focus of our newest PTJ: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal podcast 🎙️ Editorial Board Member Shauna Dudley-Javoroski, PT, PhD, talks with Keshrie Naidoo, PT, DSc, FAPTA and Diane Jette, PT, DSc, FAPTA, PT, DSc, FAPTA, about their recently published perspective titled "An Improvement Science Framework to Advance Sense of Belonging for Physical Therapist Students From Minoritized Backgrounds.” https://lnkd.in/gNVi9t7y American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT) MGH Institute of Health Professions
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Current Trustee, Nancy Byl, PT, MPH, PhD, FAPTA, has been shaped by physical therapy in both her personal life and professional career. Her passion for the profession and research inspired her to include the Foundation in her estate plans. As we recognize Make-A-Will Month, now is a meaningful time to revisit your own estate plans and consider how you could support physical therapy research for generations to come. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/evYXB-7B
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Applications for the 2026 TIGRR Workshop are due TODAY! Don't miss the chance to invest in your research future! Apply here https://lnkd.in/gAumw2dk
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Great to see another upcoming 5K to support physical therapy research! Thank you, Regis University School of Rehabilitative and Health Sciences, for joining the 2025 VCU-Marquette Challenge.
🏃♀️ Ready to Move Forward? 🏃♂️ Join us on September 20th at Regis University for the Move Forward 5K and 10K Race—a celebration of movement, community, and impact. 🕣 10K starts at 8:30 AM 🕣 5K starts at 8:45 AM Whether you're a runner, walker, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps support a great cause—all proceeds benefit initiatives supported by SRHS: Canine Companions® & The Foundation for Physical Therapy Research. Alumni, if you can't make it, register or donate to support the SRHS. 👟 Grab your running shoes and register today! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gc7nRuZS #MoveForwardRace #PhysicalTherapy #CommunityWellness #RegisUniversity #DPT
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As we recognize Make-A-Will Month, now is a meaningful time to revisit your own estate plans just as current trustee, Nancy Byl, PT, MPH, PhD, FAPTA did and consider how you could support physical therapy research for generations to come. Read her story here: https://lnkd.in/evYXB-7B
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