Physio seconded to ‘world’s first’ study into exercise as a treatment for prostate cancer
A physiotherapist involved in investigating whether exercise can be a primary treatment for prostate cancer said the study was the first of its kind in the world.
CSP expresses anger at cuts to physiotherapy training places in England
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy has condemned an announcement made today that Health Education England will cut the number of physiotherapy training places by 6.7% in 2016/17.
Physios are offered a last chance to apply for neuro rehab workshop in Brazil
Post-doctoral physiotherapists working in neuro rehabilitation are invited to apply by 8 January to participate in a fully-funded three-day workshop in Brazil, taking place in March 2016.
Northern Ireland funding welcome but big issues such as pay remain, says CSP
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy in Northern Ireland has welcomed the announcement of an increase in funding for the Department of Health as part of the Northern Ireland Executive's 2016/17 budget.
Palliative care physios welcome NICE call to care for dying people as individuals
The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Oncology and Palliative Care (ACPOPC) has welcomed a guideline saying end-of-life care in England must be tailored to the needs of dying people.
Proposals in parts of Essex to cut physiotherapy services for people with common conditions like back and neck pain are overwhelmingly opposed by people in the county, new polling reveals.
An urgent review should be carried out to ensure people with neuromuscular conditions get rapid access to the wheelchairs and other equipment they need, MP Rachael Maskell has said.
CSP launches ‘one-stop shop’ for cardiorespiratory physios
A resource developed by the CSP could help physio staff working with people with cardiorespiratory conditions to alleviate some of the winter pressures on the health service.
