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Physio says new rehab garden helps hospital patients return home with confidence
Leamington Spa Hospital has opened a garden to rehabilitate patients who have experienced brain injuries, strokes and amputations.
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CSP in initiative to promote multi-professional team working
Multi-professional team working is vital to improving healthcare, says a joint statement signed by CSP chief executive Karen Middleton and issued by the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges.
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Colchester trust launches falls prevention film
Colchester Hospital University NHS Trust has created a 13-minute film to help patients recover from a fall and to minimise the risk of future falls.
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Public Health England tool estimates that MSK phone triage service saves £19.30 per patient
Patient self-referral assessments and advice by physiotherapists for musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions saves £19.30 per patient, or £2.08 for every £1 spent, according to Public Health England.
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Research highlights first point of contact physio in primary care
Research by three physiotherapists has identified key factors that can affect the success of physiotherapy in primary care.
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Treasury must release funds to end NHS pay cap, says CSP
The health secretary’s announcement that the cap on NHS staff pay will be scrapped has been greeted with scepticism by the CSP.
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Physios offer defibrillator training on Older People’s Day
Neurological Physiotherapy in Cheadle invited people to learn how to use a defibrillator on Older People's Day.
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Veterans mark Older People’s Day with sports events
Forces veterans in Scotland competed in a range of sports activities, including javelin throwing, an indoor version of curling and cycling on static bikes, to mark Older People’s Day on 1 October.
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Physio helps lead amputee football team to Euro success
Physiotherapist Charlie Wilton helped the England team excel at the European amputee football championship in Turkey.
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CSP: stop overlooking quality rehabilitation in the community
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) says that fragmented health and social care can have serious consequences for patients.