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janiemoseley.bsky.social
@janiemoseley.bsky.social
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Occupational Therapist working in East Sussex. Also living with Lipoedema, hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and PoTS. All views are my own.
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esht-ot.bsky.social
How was your #OTweek2025? A HUGE thank you to everyone working in our OT services, whose passion, skill, and dedication continue to elevate our profession and make a real difference every day!@rcotpolicyuk.bsky.social @eshtnhs.bsky.social @eshtahps.bsky.social #ESHT #OTweek25 #RCOT
November 11, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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sedsconnective.org
Long covid and extreme hypermobility GJH

NEW STUDY
www.sedsconnective.org/post/hypermo...
Hypermobility GJH Extreme (EDS HSD) and long Covid
People with EXTREME hypermobility appear to be at particularly high risk for long COVID
www.sedsconnective.org
September 20, 2025 at 8:57 PM
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jefflubellc19.bsky.social
Our article examining the extent to which people with #hypermobility are at risk of Long COVID was just published in BMJ Public Health, an open access journal. bmjpublichealth.bmj.com/content/3/2/...
Variant connective tissue as a risk factor for long COVID: a case-control study of data from a retrospective online survey of adults in the USA and UK
Introduction This study explored the extent to which two measures of joint hypermobility, a marker of variant connective tissue, predict the development of long COVID after COVID-19 infection, and whe...
bmjpublichealth.bmj.com
September 19, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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decodemestudy.bsky.social
Our initial DNA results! DecodeME have discovered that people with an ME/CFS diagnosis have significant genetic differences compared to the general population.
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Summary of our results: shorturl.at/pgsjk
Check out our full preprint paper: shorturl.at/VwN3s
DecodeME: The Results announcement post. The graphic has a blue background with a DNA helix. In the centre of the graphic it says ‘We have released our initial DNA results! We have discovered that your genes contribute to your chances of developing ME/CFS.’ At the bottom left of the graphic is an image of a research paper.
August 6, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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thercot.bsky.social
A big win for occupational therapy! 💚

The new WorkWell pilot puts OTs in primary care and trains them to issue fit notes – recognising their vital role in helping people stay in or return to work.

Read more: https://loom.ly/5P6C6-8
Boost for GP practices to help people back to work
A new pilot programme will support people with health conditions back into employment and ease pressure on doctors.
www.gov.uk
July 30, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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sedsconnective.org
'People with EDS were over 7 x more likely to be dx Autistic &5 x more likely ADHD, Cerdolof et al(2016). This is why it is so important to keep the diagnosis pathway for #EDS #HSD #Autism #ADHD
➡️https://www.sedsconnective.org/post/ehlers-danlos-syndromes-links-to-autism-and-adhd
July 15, 2025 at 6:29 AM
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longcovidadvoc.com
📚💙 This quote will resonate & reach out to so many women with chronic illness. We know the system is broken but it impacts our lives in profound & traumatic ways.

It's from the Healthcare chpt in 'Who Wants Normal?' by @francesryan.bsky.social

Powerful & validating.

#pedanticzebra
A black and white image features Dr. Francis Ryan, a journalist, seated and looking forward with a somber expression. She has long, light-colored hair and is wearing a dark, off-the-shoulder top. Below her image, a quote is displayed in white text against a dark purple background: "When we are healthy, we tend to believe doctors fix you... Within a few months of getting sick, I knew this was a lie. It wasn't simply that medics didn't know how to treat me, it was how they treated me." In the bottom left corner, there's a logo for "LONG COVID ADVOCACY" with a hand icon. In the bottom right corner, it says "- DR FRANCIS RYAN, JOURNALIST". Two large, pink quotation marks are in the top left corner of the image.
July 12, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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esht-ot.bsky.social
📣 J O B O P P O R T U N I T Y 📣
We are looking for a Band 6 #occupationaltherapist to join our acute and IMC rotation. Apply today: tinyurl.run/EDfnzz #ahp #Band6OT @eshtahps.bsky.social
June 30, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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esht-ot.bsky.social
📣 J O B O P P O R T U N I T Y 📣
We are welcoming new band 5s #occupationaltherapists to join our rotation. Fantastic opportunities to work in the acute hospitals, intermediate care units and to join our community teams. Apply here: tinyurl.run/9tGv7k @eshtahps.bsky.social
June 30, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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thecsp.bsky.social
'It is absurd that with public concern about waiting lists, hundreds of capable and committed graduates are being locked out of the NHS.' @ashjames10.bsky.social

CSP takes action to address graduate recruitment concerns ⬇️
CSP takes action to address graduate recruitment concerns
The CSP is raising the alarm about recruitment freezes, and their impact on physiotherapy graduates, pushing for urgent national action to protect our future workforce and patient care.
www.csp.org.uk
June 26, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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hmsacharity.bsky.social
Saturday morning brings our dream team queens, Kim & Jo, with their broad overview of hypermobility (always relevant, often irreverent). Signs, causes and effects on people.

They’d love part of the session to include your experiences (who put that wall there)? This session will be fun!
A promotional poster from the Hypermobility Syndromes Association. It features two circular headshots: Jo Southall (Occupational Therapist) on the left and Kim Clayden (Hypno/Psychotherapist) on the right. Between their photos is the word “PRESENTS” in bold capital letters. The overall colour scheme is white and purple, giving a calm and professional feel. Below the portraits, event details read: “Saturday 28th, 11:30 (BST).” The layout is clean, with a focus on the speakers’ names and roles.
June 24, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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thercot.bsky.social
Hello, we've made a statement here: www.rcot.co.uk/latest-news/...
Our comment on proposed welfare reforms
Joseph Brunwin, UK Policy and Public Affairs Manager, comments on proposed welfare reforms.
www.rcot.co.uk
June 23, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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hmsacharity.bsky.social
What does being flexible mean for you? Did you know being very flexible can link a range of health issues, such as fatigue or gastro symptoms?

Register for FREE events on the 28th/29th June.
Flexible joints? The bigger picture... It may help you join the dots at www.hypermobility.org/events
This image is part of a series for Hypermobility Awareness Week, marked as 1/4. On the left, a stick figure smiles while gesturing and has a speech bubble that says, "Have you often been called clumsy for falling over easily?" To the right, two other stick figures illustrate falls—one mid-fall with a surprised expression and another already on the ground. The background is white, complemented by a purple vertical stripe on the left and colorful leaf-like shapes on the right. The text "HYPERMOBILITY.ORG" is positioned at the bottom, reinforcing its purpose. This image is part of the Hypermobility Awareness Week series, specifically slide 2/4. On the left, a stick figure has a speech bubble that says, "...walking into door frames, dropping things..." Below this, three smaller illustrations depict common struggles: one stick figure walking into a door frame, another bumping into it, and a third lying on the ground after presumably falling. The image keeps the series' consistent style with a purple vertical stripe on the left and colorful leaf-like shapes on the right. The text "HYPERMOBILITY.ORG" is positioned at the bottom. This image is the third slide in the Hypermobility Awareness Week series, marked as 3/4. On the left, a smiling stick figure has a speech bubble that reads, "and have (or had) a reputation for being flexible or double-jointed?" On the right, two other stick figures illustrate flexibility—one in a backbend and another in a squatting position with one arm raised. The background maintains the series' style with a purple vertical stripe on the left and decorative, colorful leaf-like shapes on the right. At the bottom, the text "HYPERMOBILITY.ORG" reinforces the awareness campaign. This image is the final slide in the Hypermobility Awareness Week series, marked as 4/4. On the left, a smiling stick figure holds a speech bubble that says, "Understanding hypermobility might be your missing link!" Below this, a paragraph explains that hypermobility is often associated with clumsiness due to poor joint awareness—meaning the body isn't always where the brain thinks it is. This can lead to injuries and difficulty controlling movements, making individuals more accident-prone. The design maintains consistency with the series, featuring a purple vertical stripe on the left and colorful leaf-like shapes on the right. At the bottom, the text "hypermobility.org/what-is-hypermobility" offers a call to action for further learning, alongside the Hypermobility.Org logo, which has a colorful tree-like design.
June 5, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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esht-ot.bsky.social
📣 J O B O P P O R T U N I T Y 📣
We are hiring! Are you a motivated and innovative band 5 OT, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast paced supportive learning environments? Check out our rotation vacancy and Apply now www.esht.nhs.uk/working-for-...
June 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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shrinkatlarge.bsky.social
“We just want to help people work.”
That’s why we’re cutting PIP which enables many people to work.
And scaling back Access to Work.
Because… well… the goal was never inclusion.
It was disappearance. #TakingThePIP
June 1, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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shrinkatlarge.bsky.social
NEW “Labour's £4.8 billion welfare cuts …likely to damage the health of vulnerable people more than any measures since George Osborne's £12 billion of savings in 2015, at the height of austerity.” Devastating blow to Labour. I reckon this will increase the 170 MPs supporting us. #TakingThePIP
A group of disabled activists wearing face masks protest outside the UK Parliament, holding placards that read “CUTS WILL KILL.” The demonstration is against Labour’s proposed benefit cuts. Behind them, a large Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) banner is visible, alongside Big Ben. The headline of the accompanying Times article reads: “Benefit cuts ‘as damaging for disabled as Tory austerity drive’”, reporting that Labour’s proposed £4.8bn welfare cuts could harm vulnerable people more than the cost of living crisis, according to the Health Foundation.
June 1, 2025 at 7:54 AM
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healthfoundation.bsky.social
The government's proposed welfare reforms will lead to significant income loss for many and increase poverty.

Talia Boshari shares an overview of our new rapid health impact assessment of the Pathways to Work Green Paper.

Read more ⬇️
https://bit.ly/45jDg6D
'Our health impact assessment suggests that rather than supporting people into work, these reforms could mean a backward step – potentially worsening the health of millions of already vulnerable adults.' Talia Boshari, Public Health Specialty Registrar at the Health Foundation
May 30, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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nhsconfed.org
Read new guidance published by NHS Employers today on embracing neurodiversity in the workplace and find out how to create a neuroinclusive workplace. bit.ly/3FfDnoV
Embracing neurodiversity in the workplace
Access guidance to help you support neurodivergent colleagues in the workplace.
bit.ly
May 19, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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sedsconnective.org
Language matters - ♾️
Note: You can use neurominority instead of neurodivergent same for neuromajority for neurotypical
Note: It is likely that our connective tissue differs in specified neurodivergent groups like Autism ADHD Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia TS plus more.
An infographic from SEDSConnective explaining key terms related to neurodivergence set against a white background with a gradient border on the left in yellow, blue, orange and pink. Terms and definitions include: Neurotypical: Brains that function like the majority. Neurodivergence: Any brain that functions differently from the neurotypical. Neurodiverse: A group that includes both neurotypical and neurodivergent people. Neurodiversity: The range of human brain types; no one brain is neurodiverse. Neurodiversity Movement: A disability rights movement promoting acceptance and inclusion for those with neurological differences. Neurodiversity Paradigm: The belief that all brains have equal value, and neurological differences include both strengths and weaknesses. Neurodivergence Affirming: Language that supports and accepts different ways of thinking, learning, and behaving. Colorful text highlights key terms and the SEDSConnective logo appears in the bottom left corner.
April 17, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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esht-ot.bsky.social
We are hiring! Are you a motivated and innovative band 5 OT, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast paced supportive learning environments? Check out our rotation vacancy and Apply now www.esht.nhs.uk/working-for-... @eshtahps.bsky.social
April 28, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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📣 J O B O P P O R T U N I T Y 📣
We are recruiting! We have an exciting opportunity to join our band 6 rotation. Vacancy closes 12th May 2025. Apply now: www.esht.nhs.uk/working-for-... @eshtahps.bsky.social
April 28, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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esht-ot.bsky.social
📣 J O B O P P O R T U N I T Y 📣
We are recruiting for a Band 7 Team lead Occupational Therapist to join our acute stroke rehabilitation team. Apply before 8th May 2025 www.esht.nhs.uk/working-for-...
April 28, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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esht-ot.bsky.social
📣 WE ARE HIRING 📣
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic and self-motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Stroke rehabilitation team. Apply before 8.5.25 www.esht.nhs.uk/working-for-...
April 28, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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argentas.bsky.social
The DWP have responded to my FOI request. Their figures indicate that 87% of clamants currently receiving PIP daily living at the standard rate, and 13% of claimants receiving enhanced rate, are likely to lose their entitlement if the score 4 changes go ahead.

www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/pers...
Text and table screenshot from the DWP response to my Freedom of Information request. The original document is linked in the post.
April 16, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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esht-ot.bsky.social
📣 J O B O P P O R T U N I T Y 📣
Are you a dynamic, innovative, empathetic and compassionate practitioner looking to take on a specialist role? We are currently recruiting for a part time Band 7 MND coordinator role within ESHT at Hastings and Rother. Apply before 29th April.
April 15, 2025 at 1:04 PM