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  • Parkinson’s UK launches free learning hub for physios

    Parkinson's UK has launched a free online learning pathway designed specifically for physiotherapists.

    News — 2 October 2018 - 5:31pm
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    Physiotherapy can help manage symptoms of Parkinson’s, says NICE
  • HCPC proposes 16 per cent fee rise

    The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is proposing to raise its annual registration fee from £90 to £106 from next year.

    News — 28 September 2018 - 10:37am
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  • #AHPsDay will showcase impact of allied health professionals services locally and nationally

    The Royal Oldham Hospital’s physiotherapists will train junior doctors, nurses and healthcare assistants to assess and manage musculoskeletal conditions.

    News — 27 September 2018 - 11:35am
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  • Good evaluation can boost the implementation of first contact physiotherapy

    Patients should be able to see first contact physiotherapists (FCP) as easily as they can see GPs, but careful evaluation is essential to ensure it works well.

    News — 26 September 2018 - 6:33pm
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  • Physio First launches quality assurance scheme for private practices

    A quality assurance mark to enable private physiotherapy clinics to demonstrate their service standards has been launched.

    News — 25 September 2018 - 9:22am
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  • Sporting Mind event hears the recipe for a winning culture

    There are five main types of organisational culture but if you can achieve a ‘commitment culture’ you’ve hit the jackpot.

    News — 24 September 2018 - 10:01am
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    ACPSEM Damian Hughes
  • Physios urged to back Foot Drop Awareness day

    Physiotherapy staff could help to reduce falls and save the NHS money, by supporting the first ever Foot Drop Awareness Day, which takes place today.

    News — 21 September 2018 - 11:38am
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  • CSP animation shows it’s Never too Late to boost muscle power

    Members are encouraged to share Never too Late, a new CSP animation highlighting the importance of physical activity to maintain strong muscles and bones in later life.

    News — 20 September 2018 - 2:44pm
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  • Cardiac rehab physios need to have honest conversations with people with heart failure, says NICE

    Cardiac rehab physiotherapists, and other clinicians who work with people with heart failure, need advanced communication skills and could benefit from extra training.

    News — 20 September 2018 - 11:11am
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  • ‘Tis the season to get your flu jab

    All frontline NHS staff in England should have a flu vaccination to help protect patients this winter, NHS leaders have announced.

    News — 19 September 2018 - 12:29pm
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