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Theresa May praises physio’s work in Sierra Leone
The British prime minister has praised a physiotherapist for her ‘life transforming’ work with children in Sierra Leone.
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Physio technician wins patient nominated AHP award
A physio technician was nominated for an award by satisfied patients in recognition of her kindness, efficiency and good work.
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CSP contributes to NICE quality standard on healthy workplaces
The CSP has had input into new national advice about how employers can help improve their staff’s mental and physical health and wellbeing.
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Report shows rise in physiotherapy in primary care in Wales
Greater use of physiotherapy in primary care has been highlighted in a report on how GP services are provided for older people in Wales.
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Volunteer physios set up disabled ski club
A group of Scottish physios have set up a low-cost skiing club for disabled people in the Cairngorm mountains.
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CSP members win travel time grievance
CSP members in West Yorkshire have successfully resisted their employer’s proposal to withdraw travel time to and from outreach clinics at the beginning and end of each day.
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CSP seeks clarification on risk of fentanyl patches in pools
The CSP is clarifying whether exercising in hydrotherapy pools, which may raise body temperature, could be a risk for patients wearing fentanyl transdermal patches.
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Call-out for physios and students to support London Marathon athletes
Physiotherapists and student physios are needed as volunteers for the London Marathon, to be held on 23 April.
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BACPAR gains NICE accreditation for its guideline development process
For the first time the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has accredited a CSP professional network’s method of updating its guidelines.
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Physio takes on Himalayan trek to raise £100,000 and increase autism awareness in Nepal
A physiotherapist is making an epic journey across the Himalayas to raise awareness about autism and support affected children in the UK and Nepal.