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CSP endorses Arthritis Research UK exercise guide for MSK conditions
Arthritis Research UK has published a guide to physical activity interventions for people with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions aimed at commissioners and providers of local services.
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Central London GP practice continues physio-led exercise classes
A central London GP practice is still running physio-led exercise classes for NHS patients, despite the withdrawal of public funding three years ago.
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CSP Scotland conference: Innovative approach to surgery raises scope of practice queries
The CSP has undertaken to continue to clarify scope of practice issues raised by a trailblazing approach to the treatment of children with club foot.
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Patients must have direct access to physio, says CSP
New research shows that NHS patients needing physiotherapy are being forced to attend millions of unnecessary GP appointments for a referral, according to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
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CSP Scotland conference: Physios can take a lead in primary care
Growing pressures on the health service have prompted the development of new and expanded roles for physiotherapists in primary care.
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CSP Scotland conference: Stress-busting events are on the agenda
Scotland’s largest health board is to run annual stress-busting events for MSK physiotherapy staff.
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CSP Scotland conference: Facebook group helps reluctant patients to exercise regularly
A Facebook-based challenge has been developed as an effective and low cost way of motivating people with cystic fibrosis in Dundee to take more exercise.
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CSP Scotland conference: Karen Middleton gets members buzzing with leadership ideas
Mosquitoes and other tiny insects can have a huge impact on their surroundings, CSP members attending this week’s Inspire, Innovate and Impact event in Perth were told.
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Key survey finds NHS surviving on goodwill
The CSP is urging action to support and properly reward NHS staff after a survey highlighted understaffing, long hours and stubbornly high stress levels.
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Flexible working should be an easier option, say CSP delegates
Flexible working for physios was high on the agenda at this year's TUC Women's Conference.