For the Love
of Movement
We believe movement means progress. It is how we heal, how we grow, and how we move forward together.
For the Love of Movement exists to celebrate and support the people who make that progress possible.
Award Categories
Learn about the award selection process
Clinicians of the year
Patient of the year
Admin of the year
Winners to be announced in November 2026
Anyone can submit a nomination. Including clinicians, staff, patients, loved ones, or community members. Check out our FAQs for more details
Dates to remember
Nominations open
Nominations close
Finalist notified
Winner announced
Behind the Practice
We're traveling across the country to document the stories of clinicians and practice owners who've built something meaningful. From first patients and financial risks to growth, leadership, and lasting community impact, every practice has a story worth telling.
Want to share your story?
We’re currently seeking clinicians and practice owners to feature in our new video series.
The who and the why
Frequently asked questions
The Clinician, Patient and Admin of the Year Awards celebrate the people who represent the very best of the rehabilitation community. These awards recognize clinicians who deliver exceptional care and patients whose dedication, resilience, and progress reflect the life-changing power of movement.
Anyone can submit a nomination.
Eligible nominees include:
Clinician of the Year - Physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, and other rehabilitation clinicians making a meaningful impact in patient care.
Patient of the Year - Patients whose commitment to recovery, perseverance, or personal progress reflects the transformative role movement plays in their lives.
Admin of the Year - Front desk staff, practice managers, billers, schedulers, and other operations professionals who help keep clinics running smoothly and support the delivery of exceptional patient care.
Nominations open annually and remain open for a limited time. The current nomination window will be listed on the awards page.
Award recipients receive national recognition through the For the Love of Movement initiative and will be featured in a story highlighting their journey and contributions to the rehabilitation community.
Yes. Winners will participate in a photo and story feature that will be shared publicly
Yes. Self nominations are welcome, though many nominations come from colleagues, friends, family members, or patients who want to recognize someone’s impact.
Yes. You are welcome to submit nominations for multiple clinicians or patients.
Winners will be announced later in the year as part of the For the Love of Movement campaign. Finalists and winners will be contacted directly before public announcements are made.
For the Love of Movement exists to celebrate the people who make movement possible. These awards recognize the clinicians who dedicate their lives to patient care and the patients whose stories remind us why this work matters.
The most meaningful nominations tell a story. We are looking for clinicians who go above and beyond for their patients, and patients whose commitment to recovery reflects the power of movement. Big achievements are great, but everyday dedication and impact matter just as much.
Absolutely. You do not need to write a perfect submission. Simply share the story in your own words and explain why the person deserves recognition. Authentic stories are what matter most.
Even if someone is not selected as the final recipient, their story still helps highlight the incredible people in the rehabilitation community. Many nominations may be featured or celebrated as part of the For the Love of Movement initiative.
Every day clinicians change lives and patients achieve incredible progress that often goes unnoticed. Submitting a nomination is a chance to recognize the people whose dedication, resilience, and compassion deserve to be celebrated.
Stories that show real impact. This might be a clinician who transformed a patient’s life, a patient who overcame enormous obstacles, or someone whose dedication inspires everyone around them.
