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  • Blackpool physiotherapists pioneer use of lung ultrasound

    Physiotherapists in Blackpool are leading the use of lung ultrasound within the respiratory physiotherapy profession, following the introduction of a unique training programme.

    News — 28 January 2019 - 4:50pm
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  • Universities adopt innovative approaches to raising physio students’ mental health awareness

    Two universities have adopted innovative programmes to boost the mental health knowledge of physiotherapy undergraduates.

    News — 22 January 2019 - 4:32pm
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  • CSP applauds abolition of planned settled status fee

    The CSP has welcomed news that the proposed settled status charge for EU nationals will be waived, removing the financial barrier for EU citizens who want to stay in the UK after Brexit.

    News — 22 January 2019 - 10:50am
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  • New continuing professional development principles for physiotherapists and support workers published

    A new set of principles for continuing professional development (CPD) have been developed for all staff delivering health and social care in the UK.

    News — 18 January 2019 - 2:43pm
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  • NICE says good communication is key to better cerebral palsy care

    Physiotherapists managing abnormal muscle tone in adults with cerebral palsy should discuss treatments for spasticity or dystonia with their patients, says the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).

    News — 17 January 2019 - 10:42am
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  • CSP welcomes consultation to tackle obesity in Wales

    Health minister Vaughan Gething has launched a consultation on the Welsh government’s first ever obesity strategy.

    News — 17 January 2019 - 10:14am
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  • NHS Long term plan for England - reaction from the physiotherapy profession

    Across a range of conditions, and in a range of settings, physiotherapy and rehabilitation are highlighted within the NHS Long Term Plan for England.

    News — 11 January 2019 - 4:03pm
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  • NHS plan for England – details for the physiotherapy profession

    The NHS Long Term Plan, published on 7 January, is a major breakthrough for physiotherapy in England, says the CSP.

    News — 8 January 2019 - 2:17pm
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    Scottish primary care workforce plan advances first contact physiotherapists
  • Queen honours work of five physiotherapists

    Five CSP members received recognition in the Queen’s 2019 New Year’s Honours list, for services to physiotherapy, physiotherapy research, long-term conditions and voluntary service to sports.

    News — 7 January 2019 - 5:05pm
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    Five physios receive New Year's Honours