CSP student representatives development weekend 2017: what’s the Big Idea?
Improving and increasing public engagement was a high priority and trend for students who competed in regional teams in a Dragons' Den-style challenge, the Big Idea.
Physio calls for better dementia skills across NHS Wales workforce
A physiotherapist has told the Welsh assembly’s health, social care and sport committee that all health professionals should receive more training in dementia management.
Physios urge MPs to prioritise stroke care in England
MPs have heard there is an urgent need for improvements in stroke care in England after speaking with physiotherapists, stroke survivors and other medical professionals.
Physio services in Scotland over-stretched and facing further cuts
Musculoskeletal (MSK) services for conditions such as back and neck pain are becoming gridlocked by increasing demand and restricted capacity in many parts of the country, the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Scotland is warning.
All health professionals must help prevent falls, says NICE
Older people should be asked about falls when they have routine assessments and reviews with health and social care practitioners, says the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
Minister agrees to develop standard for physio apprenticeship
Ministerial approval has been given for a degree apprenticeship standard to be developed for physiotherapy. Once developed and launched, this will enable people to combine working and studying as a way of entering the profession.