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Ash James
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Director at the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy & board trustee at Centre for Sign, Sight, Sound.

Passionate about evidence based care & the health of the nation. Driving hard to make sure physios are best placed to tackle problems now & in the future
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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...
Booking Form for Advancing Physiotherapy Practice: Current Developments & Innovations Study Day | ESP
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May 7, 2025 at 11:46 AM
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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...
managementinpractice.com
December 23, 2024 at 10:02 AM
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'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.
www.csp.org.uk
December 20, 2024 at 2:43 PM
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'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...
www.csp.org.uk
December 18, 2024 at 6:14 PM
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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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December 14, 2024 at 2:31 PM
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'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.
www.csp.org.uk
December 13, 2024 at 3:33 PM
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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
December 11, 2024 at 11:21 AM
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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.

#ScotlandNeedsPhysios
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.
www.csp.org.uk
December 11, 2024 at 5:34 PM
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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
December 2, 2024 at 12:00 AM
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
November 28, 2024 at 2:30 PM
Excellent opening from @suebrownsb.bsky.social on all things inequality and MSK

Some sobering stats regarding inequality, gender, deprivation and ethnicity.
November 27, 2024 at 10:02 AM
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 😊
November 27, 2024 at 9:00 AM
New to BlueSky

What are the best accounts to follow for all things healthcare, evidence and policy?
November 24, 2024 at 2:46 PM