Preventative and Environmental Physiotherapy : Leading a Sustainable Healthcare System Wanda Chen Registered Physiotherapist, MBA Introduction The healthcare system faces increasing challenges, including rising costs, environmental degradation, and an aging population. Sustainability in healthcare has become a pressing concern, requiring a shift towards preventive care and environmentally conscious practices. Physiotherapy, a discipline focused on rehabilitation and preventive healthcare, can play a pivotal role in addressing these challenges. By integrating preventative and environmental physiotherapy, healthcare systems can enhance patient outcomes, reduce environmental footprints, and contribute to long-term sustainability. This blog explores the concepts of preventative and environmental physiotherapy, their significance, their benefits to public health, and their role in sustainable healthcare governance . What is Preventative Physiotherapy? Preventative physiotherapy focuses...