A specialist NHS rehabilitation service has been honoured in the prestigious Health Service Journal (HSJ) awards for its work in creating a specialist rehabilitation network where ‘the patient is at the heart of everything they do’.
Children with cystic fibrosis and other complex respiratory conditions are benefiting from a dedicated rapid response chest physiotherapy service, the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists conference heard.
British Library digitises history of physiotherapy
The stories and experiences of those who shaped modern physiotherapy, enhancing its professionalism, independence and innovation in areas such as education, hydrotherapy and paediatrics, are now available as audio files.
APCP conference: Paediatric physios given warning about lack of guidelines for respiratory care
Respiratory compromise is the leading cause of mortality in children with severe global development delay (SGDD) yet there are no guidelines for their respiratory care.
Members are being urged to support campaigns to end pregnancy and maternity discrimination ahead of the publication of recommendations for action to the government and employers.
CSP stewards win on maternity rights at Milton Keynes Hospital Trust
CSP stewards have successfully campaigned to change maternity leave rights for members at their trust, after being inspired by the society’s landmark case in Northern Ireland in August.
Physiotherapists working in neurorehabilitation can apply for the third annual Franz Gerstenbrand prize, awarded by the World Federation for NeuroRehabilitation.
