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  • British Heart Foundation recognises Cardiff-based physio technician with national award

    Cardiff cardiac physiotherapy technician Michelle Johnson has received an award from the British Heart Foundation.

    News — 27 September 2017 - 4:37pm
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  • CSP launches video to demonstrate six simple exercises to stop falls

    A new CSP animated video demonstrates how six simple exercises can keep people mobile and independent as they age.

    News — 27 September 2017 - 3:30pm
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  • South Bristol Community Hospital’s new-look balance classes boost attendance

    Balance classes for a combination of inpatients and outpatients at South Bristol Community Hospital are improving the use of NHS resources, said physiotherapist Catherine Barr.

    News — 26 September 2017 - 5:24pm
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    South Bristol Community Hospital’s new-look balance classes boost attendance
  • CSP joins other health trade unions to protest Northern Ireland health and social care cuts

    Serious concerns about proposed £70 million cuts to the health service in Northern Ireland and the potential impact on patient services were raised by the CSP today.

    News — 26 September 2017 - 4:50pm
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    CSP joins other health trade unions to protest health and social care cuts
  • Joint replacements increase by 20,000 in a year, says NJR report

    A record number of people are undergoing joint replacement procedures, and more than ever before are experiencing impressive long-term benefits.

    News — 26 September 2017 - 2:31pm
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  • Wales awards first physiotherapy support diploma

    The first diploma in physiotherapy support has been awarded to Sheryl Barnett, who works for Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

     

    News — 26 September 2017 - 1:28pm
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  • NICE puts physio at heart of intermediate care

    Intermediate care teams must include a broad range of disciplines, including physiotherapy, says advice from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).

    News — 26 September 2017 - 9:52am
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    NICE puts physio at heart of intermediate care
  • Heart of England launches back pain video to promote self-help

    Heart of England NHS Trust has launched a video animation with the twin aims of helping people with back pain and reducing the need for hospital treatment.

    News — 25 September 2017 - 4:22pm
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  • Are you Britain’s best cook?

    A film company is on the hunt for Britain’s best cook and physiotherapy staff are among those invited to apply.

    News — 21 September 2017 - 4:22pm
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  • Members get the chance to shape CSP’s future

    CSP members are to get the chance to shape the society’s future in November, following a decision by its council today.

    News — 20 September 2017 - 3:47pm
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