[1] The World Physiotherapy reports that there a total of 153,830 members for the Asian, Western, and Pacific region of the organization.
[4] Out of the 75 districts of Nepal, 14 were severely affected by the earthquakes with an estimated 8,600 deaths, 22,000 injuries and 505,000 homes completely destroyed.
[4] Common injuries included trauma from falling debris and houses collapsing due to poor building construction and high population density.
[4] Many physical therapists at the time worked in facilities treating patients with musculoskeletal conditions followed by neurology and rehabilitation with a small number in intensive care-unit, obstetrics and pediatrics.
[4] In response to the earthquake, physical therapists worked alongside doctors, nurses and other heath providers overseeing triage, screening and acute care management of patients.