The professional, educational and union body for 67,000 UK-chartered physiotherapists, students and support workers.
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More people are surviving strokes than ever before in the UK.
But their hopes of getting better are being dashed because of a lack of physiotherapists.
We highlight critical workforce shortages with @ACPIN_UK and @TheStrokeAssoc.
#RightToRehab
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This Christmas, remind a loved one that it's never too late to get stronger.
Share our film and visit csp.org.uk/nevertoolate for strengthening exercises and guidance from physiotherapists.
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NHS Physiotherapy staff strike dates announced
We have today announced the initial dates in our rolling campaign of strike action.
🪧 See you on the picket lines on 26 January and 9 February.
#CSP4FairPay
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NHS physiotherapy staff in England are taking part in strike action over pay for the first time in our history.
Physiotherapy staff have been left with no choice but to strike.
Show your support using #CSP4FairPay.
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'Physios change lives' - fantastic to see physiotherapy featured in the new #WearetheNHS campaign by @DHSCgovuk.
Find out more: engage.dhsc.gov.uk/ournhs/nh…
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As NHS Nightingale - London's new emergency hospital - prepares to open, physio Rachael Moses takes on a lead role and says: 'Everyone is pulling together to make this happen.'
Find out more at: ow.ly/lYqc50z3cuj
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Where are all the physio staff?
We're calling for the government to urgently address recruitment and retention of physiotherapy staff in the workforce plan.
Value physiotherapy staff.
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We have just heard from @The_HCPC that the CPD audit process for physiotherapists is being cancelled with immediate effect to enable the workforce to focus on the coronavirus outbreak. More details to follow.
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The NHS is losing 15% of physiotherapy staff each year.
We're calling for the government to urgently address recruitment and retention of physiotherapy staff by committing to a fully funded workforce plan now.
Value physiotherapy staff.
#RightToRehab
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No-one should miss out. Too many do.
Presenting our new film #RehabMatters - watch and share to show your support: piped.video/NdIf9s3b2AU
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BBC shines a spotlight on the physios helping Covid patients in intensive care and in rehabilitation.
Read more about the experiences of @WestMidlandsCSP members @Davido744, @AmberRosePhysio and Will Hook bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bi…
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.@KMiddletonCSP standing with members at the UCLH picket line this morning.
Support physiotherapy staff:
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#CSP4FairPay
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Physiotherapy staff in England and Wales vote Yes to strike action
NHS physiotherapy staff in England and Wales have voted to take strike action in their first-ever ballot on pay and retention issues.
#CSP4FairPay
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'The problem at the moment is that the focus is very much on the waits for ambulances and in A&E and actually that's just the symptom.'
@KMiddletonCSP on Sky News last week discussing the urgent need to address loss of rehabilitation space.
Read more: bit.ly/3XZESMr
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The UK government refused to hold meaningful talks over NHS pay.
Yet again, NHS physiotherapy staff in England have no choice but to take strike action today.
Show your support using #CSP4FairPay.
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If you’re recovering from Covid-19, you are not alone.
Whatever stage you’re at, there’s a great deal you can do to help your body recover.
Find more expert physio advice to help you on the road to recovery: csp.org.uk/recovery #CovidRecovery
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Physiotherapy is critical for treating those worst affected by Covid-19, including access to community rehabilitation after discharge from hospital. We face a huge increase in demand for high quality community rehab services.
Read our policy statement. csp.org.uk/professional-clin…
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'In the coming weeks and months, as the country emerges from this crisis, there will be a ‘tidal wave’ of rehabilitation need'.
@KMiddletonCSP blogs about why physiotherapy and rehabilitation are key to recovery – both during and after Covid-19. bit.ly/2KoUsgc
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Respiratory Physios in two Guardian stories 'Ultimately what we do contributes to a patient’s chances of recovery. Being mechanically ventilated takes its toll on the body so patients will also need significant amounts of rehabilitation down the line.' 1/2
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In the second month of lockdown, the media spotlight has regularly shone on physiotherapy.
Rehabilitation has featured prominently, and physios have also provided much-needed advice to the public during lockdown.
Catch up with the coverage highlights.
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'A lung physio is the secret weapon in this 65-year-old's coronavirus recovery' - fantastic spotlight on respiratory physiotherapy and the long-term care needed by many.
Patients must have access to community rehab services #RightToRehab
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Get strong to live long - our new #OlderPeoplesDay animation features six simple exercises to get started. For more: piped.video/n8s-8KtfgFM
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We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of our patron for almost 70 years, Her Majesty The Queen.
The CSP extends its heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family. bit.ly/3B3cMFo
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Love activity, Hate exercise?
Share our new #LoveActivity animation and visit csp.org.uk/activity for more advice and expert guidance from physiotherapists so you can do more of what you love.
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We stand in solidarity with our BAME members and colleagues against the evil of racism that infects societies across the world - including here in the UK.
#BlackLivesMatter
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'The reason that we are taking strike action is it's the only way we feel our voice will be heard.'
4,200 NHS physio staff in England took action on fair pay and were heard – broadcasted across national media.
➡️ Support NHS physio staff: csp.org.uk/workplace/pay-con…
#CSP4FairPay
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Our new back pain animation - find the accompanying guide with expert advice for the public at csp.org.uk/yourback
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Happy World Physical Therapy Day!
This year the focus is on rehabilitation and COVID-19.
Tell us how you're marking the day. bit.ly/3giIjXF
#WorldPTDay
ALT World PT Day 2020 logo and text greeting which says 'Happy World PT Day on 8 September!'
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'Physiotherapists are not only part of multidisciplinary teams that save lives. We are also part of the multidisciplinary teams that give people their lives back.'
Read @CateJL's piece in @GdnHealthcare theguardian.com/society/2020…
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People undergoing hip, knee or shoulder replacement surgery should receive rehabilitation on the same day, or within 24 hours after their operation, according to new @NICEComms guidelines. bit.ly/2UxrjEZ
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There's a lot of power in a conversation. As the experts, physio staff hold so much potential to motivate change.
Watch our new animation and be part of our #LoveActivity campaign: csp.org.uk/activity
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Value physiotherapy staff.
The government must urgently address recruitment and retention of physiotherapy staff in the workforce plan, which will be published this week.
#RightToRehab
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Many congratulations to all the CSP members who’ve received New Year’s Honours, including an OBE for Dr Nicola Phillips and MBEs for Susan Crewe-Smith, Victoria Dickens, Susan Durrell and Deborah Soave. Please let us know if we’ve missed anyone - we’ll follow up with a news story
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UPDATE: Physiotherapists must stop providing platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy with immediate effect.
This follows confirmation from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) that PRP is an unlicensed human medicine.
Find out more: ow.ly/HngW50OIT4W
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Congratulations to CSP member Lesley Holdsworth!
She's received an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours – in recognition of her contribution to physiotherapy and health services.
Find out more: ow.ly/tLz550BOQeL
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Following @TheLancet series which revealed too many patients are receiving the wrong care for managing #LowBackPain, share the latest advice from physiotherapists: csp.org.uk/yourback
Our animation and resources are also available for use on digital screens.
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The contribution of physiotherapy staff during the Covid-19 crisis has been widely reported in the media and reached millions. Catch up with the latest coverage. bit.ly/2Vm1yYU
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4,200 physiotherapy staff in 30 Trusts across England are on strike today.
There are many ways to show your support, including visiting picket lines and amplifying the message using #CSP4FairPay.
Find out how you can support strike action: csp.org.uk/workplace/pay-con…
ALT Value NHS Physio Staff #CSP4FairPay
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'Physiotherapy was at the core of me being able to be a human being again.'
@MichaelRosenYes shares his experience of rehabilitation and recovery at #Physio24 and supports the call for universal access to rehab.
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'NHS staff are the backbone of this country.'
CSP member Trupti Bhandari has a message for the government about why she and other physio staff are striking.
Show your support for NHS physio staff. #CSP4FairPay
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As we celebrate #WorldPTDay and the vital role of physiotherapy during the pandemic, read about how we're raising the profile of physio in the media. bit.ly/3bAtgb6
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'Rehab is key not just to good recovery but to prevention of future demand on the NHS.' 👏
@wesstreeting on the importance of rehab in making the NHS work, in response to a question by physiotherapist @RachaelMaskell MP.
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#OnThisDay in 1920, King George V granted our Royal Charter, in recognition of the society’s high standing and its respected education and professional standards.
Happy Charter Centenary Day to all of our members! bit.ly/2YjgPdu #CSPcharter100
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We are delighted to announce an innovative new project with @Sport_England and @Ageing_Better to promote the benefits of strengthening. bit.ly/2lF7q0w
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‘Five students will be admitted each year...the funding will cover their full salary costs, project costs and a generous training allowance - and the scheme will be flexible to accommodate different working patterns and family commitments.’
Find out more: bit.ly/36oznAN
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'Saying nothing might equate to ‘not being racist’ but it is not enough – I have to be anti-racist. And so does the CSP.'
CSP chief executive @KMiddletonCSP writes to members about Black Lives Matter. bit.ly/3dKhXgx
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Shockingly, rehabilitation isn't available everywhere in the UK.
Watch the #RehabLegends describe what rehab has meant to them.
Help us end this postcode lottery by signing the petition.
#RightToRehab
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Congratulations to CSP members Jessie Horne and Alice Bretland!
They have both received British Empire Medals (BEMs) from the Queen - due to their vital work for the NHS & frontline services during the pandemic.
Find out more: bit.ly/3lDRIvM
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'10 days in hospital for a person over 80 is the equivalent of 10 years of deconditioning.'
The #ActiveRecovery pilot @LCHNHSTrust is improving patient outcomes, getting people out of hospital faster and keeping them at home.
Watch the full film #RightToRehab @RCOT
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Today we are launching the first set of #MSK Physiotherapy Service Standards - applicable to any healthcare setting within the UK for services supporting adults over the age of 16 👇csp.org.uk/mskstandards
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'The CSP survey paints a dismal picture of the state of rehabilitation services, over-stretched and under-resourced...'
Loss of rehab space, an issue raised by the CSP, was discussed during oral questions in the House of Lords, full clip: piped.video/4JHR0iOGgtQ
#RightToRehab
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'Together, we managed to go from me lying prone, helpless and weak - to me walking around and even running... So I can't even find the words to express my gratitude to you.'
Read our interview with @MichaelRosenYes and two of his therapists: bit.ly/3IMg2Ic
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It's Never too Late to get active and ensure our muscles and bones stay strong as we age.
To learn more about the changes you can make, visit csp.org.uk/nevertoolate #OlderPeoplesDay
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'The support from the public has been absolutely overwhelming, so the government have got to listen.'
@KMiddletonCSP speaks from the picket line earlier today as NHS physiotherapy staff went on strike for the first time over pay.
Value NHS physiotherapy staff. #CSP4FairPay.
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We couldn’t agree more, @DrRanj!
Great piece on @BBCMorningLive looking at the enormous value of rehabilitation after injury and for people living with a health condition.
Featuring physios @KatieBo45388712 and @MattHarrisonUK, catch up:
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'Experience shows that if you don't offer appropriate rehab what happens is that people eventually end up coming back in a worse condition.' @CalumCsp calling for patients' #RightToRehab on @BBCWalesNews.
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Congratulations to Natalie Beswetherick, the director of our practice and development directorate!
Today she received a World Physio award for her 'major contribution to the profession of physiotherapy' - both in the UK and in Europe.
Find out more: ow.ly/PT5L50BOnMK
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4,500 physiotherapy staff in 33 trusts across England are on strike today.
There are many ways to stand #WithNHSStaff, including visiting picket lines and amplifying the message using #CSP4FairPay.
Find out how you can support strike action: csp.org.uk/supportfairpay
ALT Value NHS Physio Staff #CSP4FairPay
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First Contact Physiotherapists deliver excellent patient care while easing pressures on GPs and reducing onward referrals for tests, scans and secondary care.
Read our new #FirstContactPhysio implementation briefing bit.ly/3g4pAjh
ALT What First Contact Physiotherapists offer you: 1) Diagnosis, advice and expert management of MSK conditions. 2) Increased capacity - seeing patients who would have seen the GP. 3) Referrals into secondary care, track record of fewer referrals. 4) Request investigations and interpret results - track record of fewer requests. 5) Prescribing medicines and injecting – track record in de-prescribing. 6) Autonomous practitioners, trained to identify red flags – strong safety records. 7) High satisfaction rates among patients and GPs where FCPs are in post. 8) Talk to patients about work and issue AHP Fit Notes.
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'We're in a crisis situation, not only in terms of the physiotherapy workforce, not only in the service that's being delivered to patients, but in terms of the whole NHS.'
@KMiddletonCSP's message as NHS physio staff prepare to take strike action.
#CSP4FairPay
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GP appointments freed up by physiotherapists in practices pulsetoday.co.uk/home/financ…
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Our new animation on why #physioworks in primary care for patients, GPs and the NHS as a whole.
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Government announces physiotherapists to issue fit notes dlvr.it/Q3d5Nn
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Today is the #RightToRehab Day of Action.
We’ve joined @theRCOT @Sue_Ryder and 20+ organisations in calling for all patients to have equal access to high quality, person centred, community rehabilitation.
Read our new Report: righttorehab.org/
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Introducing our new public health campaign Love Activity, Hate Exercise?
Find out more: csp.org.uk/activity #LoveActivity
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The new version of our Covid-19 rehabilitation standards are out now. They give specific guidance about community-based rehab for people with Covid and Long Covid.
@darrenabrown
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CSP launches short film to guide Covid-19 patients on the road to recovery bit.ly/387YvbX
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Can you help us create guidance for post-ICU step-down rehab? We’re holding online meetings this week for members to share experience that could shape this urgent guidance. Find out more and register interest at csp.org.uk/news/coronavirus/…
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'Rehabilitation is just as important as medicine and surgery in helping people reclaim their lives after injury, illness or because of long-term conditions. Everyone deserves access to rehabilitation'
Thank you @stephenfry for supporting the campaign #RightToRehab #RehabLegends
ALT A woman walking past a billboard of the Right To Rehab campaign - the billboard is black and shows in bright coloured paint a patient's first footsteps during rehabilitation care with the text 'This is Adrian learning to walk aged 60'.
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Low NHS pay is fuelling a staffing crisis that threatens patient care
It's time to #GetSerious. #CSP4FairPay
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All patients have a #RightToRehab.
The Independent cover our rehabilitation campaign and call to the government to plan for the tsunami of rehabilitation need. independent.co.uk/news/healt…
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'The rehabilitation after an operation is just as important as the surgery.' @DrRanj
Shockingly, rehabilitation isn't available everywhere in the UK.
Help end this postcode lottery by signing the #RightToRehab petition.
#RehabLegends
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Many congratulations to the CSP members receiving New Year’s Honours, including OBEs for Prof Karen Barker and Dr @sue_greenhalgh and MBEs for Dr @MelroseStewart1 and Jane Pyman. Please let us know if we’ve missed anyone - we’ll follow up with a news story when the office reopens
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'Our members have spoken resoundingly. We have never balloted over pay but physiotherapy staff are now left with no choice. We are short-staffed, overworked, exhausted' @jillyphysio
Physio staff in England & Wales vote Yes to strike action: bit.ly/3FrwVaj
#CSP4FairPay
ALT CSP England and Wales Vote 84% for Strike Action! With NHS Staff #CSP4FairPay
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Too many are missing out on the essential rehab they need when they leave hospital.
We're calling on political parties to commit to equal access to high quality community rehab.
Ahead of the #BBCDebate, support and share our #RightToRehab Manifesto: bit.ly/CommunityRehabManifes…
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Congratulations to Army physio Preet on an amazing achievement!
#polarpreet has just made #history becoming the first woman of colour to complete a solo expedition in Antartica. She completed the 700 miles in only 40 days. polarpreet.com #breakingboundaries #thisgirlcan #expedition #nothingisimpossible
@TeamArmyUK @mitie @BritishArmy
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See the freedom 15-year-old Dominic feels in the water in our new thought-provoking film.
Promote and protect aquatic physio by sharing Dominic’s story with local healthcare decision-makers.
Full film and other resources are available: csp.org.uk/protect-aquatic
#RightToRehab
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A physiotherapist has found a simple way to help in-patients get up, get moving and regain their independence – and his NHS trust is now rolling it out across all their hospitals. Find out more at: bit.ly/2yWJGYT
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'The NHS wouldn’t tell a surgeon to stop an operation halfway through.
'A pharmacist wouldn’t hand out 40% of a course of antibiotics.
'So why is it OK for patients to be denied a full course of rehabilitation?'
@SHazzard
#RightToRehab
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Well done & a huge congratulations to all the AHPs & physios who have been recognised in the Queen’s 2021 Birthday Honours List!
They include CSP members Jill McClintock, Rachel Moses & Teresa Ross.
Look out for our news story about the winners next week.
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We are advising and supporting our members not to carry out procedures without appropriate personal protective equipment where required.
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Catch up with physio Tom Meredith's video diary from BBC News, showing the vital work of physiotherapy staff @UHSFT, helping patients with Covid-19 and starting their rehabilitation journey in hospital.
Watch from 30 minutes: bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0…
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A video diary from consultant physio @Davido744 shows the team @uhbtrust helping ICU patients begin their rehabilitation after Covid-19.
▶️ Follow the link to watch the film by the Guardian.
#RightToRehab
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'Without physiotherapists and others, we would not be able to get people well and fit and healthy again and to continue with their lives and their work.'
Thank you @SoniaKumarMP and @LucyMPowell for championing AHPs in Parliament and highlighting their crucial work for the NHS.
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Home today, if not? Why not?
A new film highlights the effectiveness of a 'Home First' approach to rehab, helping to reduce hospital admissions and improve patient outcomes @HywelDdaHB @CarmsCouncil.
Click below to watch the full film.
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Following members votes on NHS pay, the CSP will now hold an industrial action ballot - for all members who work in the NHS in England and Wales.
The NHS pay award is ‘simply not enough’.
We are recommending a vote for strike action.
Find out more: bit.ly/3UzuCsO
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Without quality rehabilitation, people can be stuck in a vicious downward spiral.
Our new report, Easing the pain, highlights the urgent need for high-quality rehabilitation services to avoid worsening health inequities: bit.ly/Easing_pain_News
#RightToRehab
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‘We are outraged that a patient was refused payment for physio for stress incontinence. Reason - they had a baby so it’s a consequence of their choice.'
Physios demand change as insurers refuse claims for some pregnancy-related treatments - tinyurl.com/774ka4t2
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We have updated guidelines for delivering physiotherapy & rehabilitation for people hospitalised with acute Covid and #LongCovid.
They highlight the importance of a personalised, multidisciplinary approach.
Thanks to @darrenabrown @emaroids1 @TheACPRC
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Our thoughts are with those affected by the awful events in Manchester and our members stand ready to help the injured.
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We're celebrating #OlderPeoplesDay by getting active!
Diana Moran, aka the Green Goddess encourages all to keep active and stay strong.
To get started, we're sharing 6 simple strength exercises from physios.
Help us spread the word: csp.org.uk/olderpeoplesday
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Our back pain animation provides expert advice for the public.
Retweet and share, use it on waiting room screens and find the accompanying resources: csp.org.uk/yourback
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This Christmas, remind a loved one that it’s #NeverTooLate to get stronger.
To get started, visit csp.org.uk/nevertoolate for strengthening exercises and advice from physiotherapists to help people to stay strong and independent this winter.
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'Rehabilitation could and should be the backbone of the NHS....
'These services have been undervalued and under-funded for years, which has created more dependence on emergency services and on social care, which is now on its knees.'
Find out more: tinyurl.com/yf5d78nv
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Brilliant new video promoting the benefits of physical activity. Thank you @thebodycoach, @Milly_Physio and @GSTTnhs.
Check out the Parkinson's HIIT workout ⬇️
After months of behind the scenes work, our Parkinson’s exercise video with Joe Wicks has been released! So excited for everyone to see this! Thank you to everyone @GSTTnhs for all the support
Check out the video below
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Try a new activity in 2019 that interests you - the most effective activity is the one you’ll actually do, so make sure you’re enjoying it!
Visit csp.org.uk/activity for more expert advice from physios and tips for getting started. #LoveActivity
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Physio students in England will benefit from new funding in 2020 – receiving payments of at least £5000 a year. Find out more at: bit.ly/2rQjmzN
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Congratulations to Professor Maria Stokes OBE on her New Year’s Honour for services to physiotherapy research.
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