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HCPC to review how it handles physio ‘frauds’
The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is to examine how it responds to physiotherapists who have complained about people trying to pass themselves off as members of their profession.
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NHS England should tackle shortfall in lymphoedema care, House of Lords told
People with lymphoedema who live in England need the same standard of care as the rest of the UK, according to a debate in the House of Lords.
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CSP criticises government’s 'provocative' proposals on workers’ rights
The CSP has criticised government plans to change trade union rights – which will be debated in parliament this autumn – claiming they are ‘unnecessary’, ‘petty’ and ‘deliberately provocative’.
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Lambeth’s Fit Kids programme extends its reach
Fit Kids, a weekly exercise session for children with physical difficulties, is extending its reach to include children with more complex needs.
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Physio treats cyclists in Tour of Britain race
A Cumbria-based physiotherapist is supporting cyclists in today’s stage of the Tour of Britain.
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Scottish parliament praises exercises classes for people with dementia
An Edinburgh exercise programme for older people with mental health problems has received recognition and praise from members of the Scottish parliament (MSPs).
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Physios to get an introduction to the health benefits of t'ai chi
More than 50 physiotherapy staff in the Edinburgh area will attend an event showcasing the health benefits of Chinese martial art t’ai chi.
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Salford charity pioneers virtual-reality rehab
A charity in Salford, Greater Manchester, is inviting people with neurological conditions to have a virtual reality experience that exercises their bodies and minds.
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Simon Stevens announces plan to offer NHS staff physiotherapy
NHS staff in England will get better access to physiotherapy as part of a programme to cut the health service’s annual £2.4 billion sickness bill.
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CCGs need more physios, society tells MPs
Clinical commissioning groups should expand the use of physiotherapists in GP surgeries, the CSP has told MPs.