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Physio makes Design Council Spark awards final
A physiotherapist reached the finals of a prestigious product design competition by developing the B.Bar, a specialised dumbbell for people with long-term musculoskeletal conditions.
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Visa ban physio earns his right to stay in the UK
A physiotherapist who faced the prospect of having to quit the job he loves due to visa restrictions has finally – and literally - earned the right to stay in the UK.
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Councils predict that social care will account for 90% of total spend by 2020, CSP ‘jury’ hears
Funding social care emerged as a big concern for CSP members at a policy event at the society’s headquarters on 2 July.
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NICE recommends physio-led exercise plans for axial spondyloarthritis
People with axial spondyloarthritis should receive a referral to a specialist physiotherapist for a personalised, structured exercise programme.
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CSP welcomes social enterprise pay announcement
NHS staff working for social enterprises in England will get the same three-year pay deal, the government has announced.
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Northern Ireland loses chance to host major international sporting event
Belfast has lost its right to host the 2021 Commonwealth Youth Games due to the political hiatus in the region.
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Yorkshire therapy lead wins award for hospice innovations
Rehabilitation therapy team leader Rachael Sharples accepted the outstanding contribution to Sue Ryder award at this year’s Yorkshire Women of Achievement Awards.
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NHS Digital announces programme to integrate private and health service data
Data on privately-funded hospital care will be integrated into NHS systems and standards for the first time, NHS Digital has announced.
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Three-year pay offer announced for NHS staff in Scotland
CSP members working in the NHS in Scotland are to be consulted on a three-year pay offer.
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Respiratory physio and transformation lead scoop top allied health professional awards
Two physiotherapists received recognition at this year’s Chief Allied Health Professions (AHP) Officer Awards, which took place in London on 20 June.