12/02/2025
I take the code of ethics serious🤗
Principle 1
Physical therapists shall respect the inherent dignity and rights of all individuals.
Principle 2
Physical therapists shall be trustworthy and compassionate in addressing the rights and
needs of patients and clients.
Principle 3
Physical therapists shall be accountable for making sound professional judgments.
Principle 4
Physical therapists shall demonstrate integrity in their relationships with patients and
clients, families, colleagues, students, research participants, other health care providers, employers,
payers, and the public
Principle 5
Physical therapists shall fulfill their legal and professional obligations.
Principle 6
Physical therapists shall enhance their expertise through the lifelong acquisition and
refinement of knowledge, skills, abilities, and professional behaviors.
Principle 7
Physical therapists shall promote organizational behaviors and business practices that
benefit patients and clients and society.
Principle 8
Physical therapists shall participate in efforts to meet the health needs of people locally,
nationally, or globally.
