Physios warn MPs about lack of physiotherapy for muscular dystrophies
Two physios have told MPs and commissioners that in many areas of the UK there is ‘a serious shortage’ of physiotherapy for people with muscle-wasting diseases.
Poll makes a difference to patient satisfaction at Belfast physio service
Physio staff and patients in Belfast have been recognised for their work in improving physiotherapy services, by gathering people’s experiences and feedback.
A new way for health professionals to access feedback posted on the Patient Opinion website has revealed exceptionally positive results for physiotherapy.
Six physios will provide official support to Team GB in Rio Games
The British athletes competing in the Rio de Janeiro Olympics will be supported by a bigger medical team than in the 2008 Beijing Games, according to Team GB’s chief physio Phil Glasgow.
Almost two thirds of patients with muscular dystrophy can’t get specialist physio finds hard-hitting report
Patients are missing out on life-improving treatment, and even dying early, because of a lack of access to specialist physiotherapy, a report from charity Muscular Dystrophy UK has claimed.