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  • CSP deeply concerned by inequalities in Covid-19 impact

    The CSP has expressed deep concern at the findings of Public Health England’s report on Covid-19 deaths, which was published this week after ‘unjustifiable delays’.

    News — 4 June 2020 - 7:59am
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  • Physios warn over dangers of ‘wild west’ online pain advice

    Physiotherapists are calling on people to visit trusted sources online after a study highlighted alarming levels of misinformation in the most-watched back pain videos on YouTube.

    News — 4 June 2020 - 12:01am
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  • Second set of CSP Covid-19 rehab standards launched

    The CSP has launched a second set of its Covid-19 rehab standards, specifically to guide physiotherapy professionals providing palliative care.

    News — 3 June 2020 - 3:33pm
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    Covid-19 rehabilitation standards
  • Physios’ postnatal running guidance recognised and aligned with government advice

    An infographic based on the guidance for postnatal return to running produced by three physiotherapists has been aligned with the Chief Medical Officer’s (CMO) physical activity guidelines.

    News — 3 June 2020 - 1:15pm
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  • Technology for people who have suffered a stroke gets a research boost

    Neurological physiotherapist and academic Rachel Stockley is the second physio in the UK to receive a prestigious national research fellowship. 

    News — 3 June 2020 - 10:36am
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  • CSP welcomes rehab framework for Wales

    The CSP in Wales has welcomed the publication of the rehabilitation framework for continuity and recovery 2020 to 2021. 

    News — 29 May 2020 - 4:21pm
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  • CSP welcomes first Covid-19 rehab centre, but calls for more investment in community rehab

    A new specialist rehab centre, described by the CSP as a ‘vital link’ for patients who have left hospital but are still recovering from Covid-19, has opened today.

    News — 29 May 2020 - 2:48pm
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  • Physiotherapy in the news - Covid-19 rehab and lockdown coverage

    After the emergence of Covid-19 in the UK, the media spotlight has regularly shone on the work of physiotherapists.

    News — 29 May 2020 - 2:25pm
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    Physiotherapy in the news, Covid-19 rehab coverage highlights from CSP
  • New Frontline on its way

    Look out for the June issue of Frontline, which will be landing on doorsteps next week.

    News — 28 May 2020 - 11:17am
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    Frontline cover - June 2020
  • Physio-led research paper on lung ultrasound for Covid-19 gains worldwide attention

    Three physiotherapists have co-authored a ground-breaking research paper that highlights the use and benefits of using ultrasound imaging in the management of Covid-19 patients.

    News — 28 May 2020 - 11:11am
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