Physiotherapy UK 2018: Experienced physios interrupt patients more, research finds
Communication affects every clinical encounter and must be one of the most highly-developed skills in a clinician’s toolkit, said Lisa Roberts, a consultant physiotherapist and clinical professor of musculoskeletal health.
Physiotherapy UK 2018: Use self-determination theory to promote physical activity
Self-determination theory could help physiotherapists persuade patients of the benefits of exercise and a healthy lifestyle, professor Joan Duda told Physio UK.
Physiotherapy UK 2018: You can’t do a clinical audit of another service
Physiotherapy staff can only carry out a clinical audit of their own service, delegates at a seminar on the key aspects of planning a service evaluation heard.
Physiotherapy UK 2018: Good physio is a balance of clinical practice and evidence
Physiotherapists must balance clinical practice and evidence the whole time in their practice, said Anne Marie Logan, advanced physiotherapy practitioner in headache at St George’s University Hospitals NHS Trust in London.
Vote for physiotherapist nominated for voluntary services impact award
Physiotherapist Penny O’Sullivan has been nominated for an award from NGO Voluntary Services Overseas International (VSO) for her work in setting up a therapy centre for people with neurological disabilities in India.
CSP Council shows solidarity with Red Card anti-racism campaign
CSP Council members attending the opening day of Physiotherapy UK in Birmingham today, wore something red to show their solidarity with Wear Red Day, the national campaign that wants to challenge racism.
Physiotherapy UK 2018: How the World Confederation for Physical Therapy is advancing the profession globally
Over 1,100 physiotherapy staff attended the WCPT chief executive Jonathon Kruger’s opening session where he detailed the confederation’s role in enhancing standards of physiotherapy education and provision across the world.
Physiotherapy UK 2018: Physios should stop being modest about their valuable contribution to healthcare
As the number of older people increases, physiotherapists should proudly promote themselves – as they have a vital role to play in helping people age well and stay well.
