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Advanced Practice Physiotherapy Network @appn.bsky.social · May 7

We are delighted to have @ashjames10.bsky.social Director of Practice & Development @thecsp.bsky.social presenting ‘An Introduction to the role of #AI in Digital Health for #AP physios’ at our June study day 😃, Further details and booking via this link 👉👉 www.appn.org.uk/courses/book...

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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · Dec 23

First contact physios are proving to be highly effective in improving access to MSK health services as part of the primary care team.

@ashjames10.bsky.social discusses the ways to help them fulfil their potential.

#FirstContactPhysio

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How practice managers can help physiotherapists transform MSK care

First contact physiotherapists based in practices are proving to be highly effective, easing the workload burden on GPs and improving access to MSK health services. How can practice managers ensure th...

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Ash James @ashjames10.bsky.social · Dec 21

How practice managers can help physiotherapists transform MSK care ….

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How practice managers can help physiotherapists transform MSK care

First contact physiotherapists based in practices are proving to be highly effective, easing the workload burden on GPs and improving access to MSK health services. How can practice managers ensure th...

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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · Dec 20

'These reports bolster our call for the 10-year plan to build on existing programmes, ensuring full implementation of national rehab improvements.'

@sarahazzard.bsky.social on two new publications this week that shine a further light on health inequalities.

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Key reports highlight the need for urgent action on health inequalities

The Patients Association and Marmot have both published reports on health inequalities this week, which align with the CSP’s advocacy for better health outcomes.

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Sara Hazzard CSP @sarahazzard.bsky.social · Dec 20

The driver to get us closer to a #RightToRehab for all www.csp.org.uk/news/2024-12... @rachel-p.bsky.social

Key reports highlight the need for urgent action on health inequalities

The Patients Association and Marmot have both published reports on health inequalities this week, which align with the CSP’s advocacy for better health outcomes.

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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · Dec 18

'Physiotherapists are not just treating conditions - they’re building a healthier, more active society.'

MP Sonia Kumar championed the role of physiotherapists in tackling musculoskeletal conditions and stressed the urgent need for increased investment.

MP Sonia Kumar champions MSK physiotherapy in Parliament

MP Sonia Kumar used her platform in Parliament this week to spotlight the crucial role of physiotherapists in tackling musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, stressing the urgent need for increased investm...

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Nuffield Trust @nuffieldtrust.org.uk · Dec 14

General practice funding is inequitable: the Carr-Hill formula, which decides the distribution of funding, is outdated and fails to take account of socioeconomic deprivation.

Our briefing, proposes replacing Carr-Hill with a modern, needs-based formula.

Fairer funding for general practice in England: what’s the problem, why is it so hard to fix, and what should the government do?

General practice funding is inequitable: the Carr-Hill formula, which decides the distribution of funding, is outdated and fails to take account of socioeconomic deprivation. This briefing, produced…

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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · Dec 13

'It is clear that systemic changes are needed. Training physiotherapists, nurses, and GPs to recognise and manage pelvic health conditions is critical.'

Urgent action needed on 'truly appalling' failures in women’s health, says CSP.

Urgent action needed on 'truly appalling' failures in women’s health, CSP says

A new report has warned that women experiencing painful reproductive health conditions are frequently finding their symptoms ‘normalised’ and their ‘pain dismissed’ when seeking help.

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Ash James @ashjames10.bsky.social · Dec 12

Shocking workforce issues for Physiotherapy in Scotland

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Shocking Scotland Workforce Issue

I was both shocked and devastated by the findings of our latest member survey in Scotland. The results paint a dire picture of the crippling impact staffing shortages are having on patient care, staff...

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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · Dec 11

Scotland needs more physios.

The latest survey of members in Scotland reveals a worsening workforce crisis, and a devastating impact on services and patients.

We're calling on the Scottish government to take action before this crisis gets worse www.csp.org.uk/news/2024-12...

#ScotlandNeedsPhysios

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Ash James @ashjames10.bsky.social · Dec 12

Get to this great free event on staffing levels and data from @thecsp.bsky.social

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Growing staffing levels in physio: using data to make the case

The growing physiotherapy workforce is a solution for the NHS, and you are the best ambassadors and champions for the profession. After attending this webinar, which is part of our member webinar seri...

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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · Dec 11

Discharge to sink or swim: the human cost of Scotland's physiotherapy shortage

CSP's Kenryck Lloyd-Jones highlights this urgent problem and the immediate actions needed to tackle the crisis.

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Discharge to sink or swim: the human cost of Scotland's physiotherapy shortage

98% of Scottish CSP members told us that the current staffing levels of the services in which they work are not adequate to meet patients’ needs.

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Joanne Casey @jocasey1.bsky.social · Dec 2

Great initiative to strengthen community engagement in cardiovascular health. Well done to all of the 3000 runners who look part #santafunrun #cardiovascularhealth #24moresleeps @ashjames10.bsky.social @nas-vascular.bsky.social @rcpod.bsky.social

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Ash James @ashjames10.bsky.social · Nov 28

😂😂😂 invited onto the stage after

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Ash James @ashjames10.bsky.social · Nov 28

Great to deliver a panel discussion on the future of physiotherapy with a focus on health inequalities at the #MSKConference2024

Lots of great conversations and it generated a really interesting discussion

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Ash James @ashjames10.bsky.social · Nov 27

Excellent opening from @suebrownsb.bsky.social on all things inequality and MSK

Some sobering stats regarding inequality, gender, deprivation and ethnicity.

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Ash James @ashjames10.bsky.social · Nov 27

Almost arriving at Birmingham for this years #MSKConference

Leading a discussion on the future of physiotherapy on day 2 and what the profession should look like given the changes in inequality, ageing and comorbidity

Come and say hello 😊

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Ash James @ashjames10.bsky.social · Nov 24

New to BlueSky

What are the best accounts to follow for all things healthcare, evidence and policy?

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