Short Course Timetable2015

The Education Committee are delighted to unveil the short course timetable for the first half of the year.  The committee have worked hard to bring you courses which are not only excellent value but which offer diversity in topics and locations. 

Click the link below for detailed information on the courses now available and look out for updates detailing additional course dates and topics in the comings months!

Course Information

Prosthetists and Orthotists on Shortage of Occupation List (SOL) for a minimum of 4 years

BAPO have managed to get recognition that there is a shortage of Prosthetists and Orthotists. We're now on the shortage of occupation list (SOL) for a minimum of 4 years.

http://www.cfwi.org.uk/publications/migration-advisory-committee-mac-healthcare-occupation-submission-main-report-for-the-2014-shortage-occupation-list-sol

Webinar 4 - Managing Relationships for Transition - Save the date Monday 2 March 2015

Monday 2 March 2015 – 13:00-13:50

This fourth and final webinar, provided by the NHS Clinical Soft Intelligence Service in partnership with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and supported by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists, will explore two examples of how rehabilitation service providers have carried out service improvements across a pathway.  In particular the webinar will discuss how they are improving transition for people who use the service.
 
The speakers will discuss the issues around:

·        enablers and obstacles to improving transition for people at different points in a pathway

·        issues pertinent to working in partnership to improve transitions between rehabilitation services in different organisations

·        ensuring the sharing of skills and expertise across providers to ensure effective transition

 

To find out more and register, go to http://www.tinyurl.com/NHS4a for a place at this webinar and to submit any initial questions around this topic. You are also able to submit questions during the webinar.

Buchanan Orthotics - Orthotist

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The Influence of Foot Orthoses on Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Systematic Analysis of the Literature

Ahlhelm A, Alfuth M

Abstract

Background: The patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most commonly encountered disorders involving the knee. The symptoms often lead to a reduction of physical activities resulting in sport- and job-related disabilities and the potential occurrence of severe disorders. Different theories for the development of the syndrome exist which result in different therapy modalities. A change in foot posture and its effect on lower limb kinematics seem to be one potential risk factor for the development of the syndrome. This leads to the assumption that foot orthoses might be a potential therapy device. Objectives: The aims of this study were to outline the state of evidence for the treatment of PFPS with foot orthoses and to identify the effect of foot orthoses on PFPS. Study Design: A systematic review of clinical (CT) and randomized controlled trials (RCT) was undertaken. Methods: A systematic search for studies (CT, RCT) was conducted using the databases of Medline (PubMed), Cochrane library, and PEDro. The relevance for further analysis of studies was reviewed on the basis of title and abstract. An additional search was undertaken using the reference lists of the included studies and additional literature as well as the PubMed function "related articles". Results: 11 studies were included in this analysis. The effect of different types of foot orthoses on pain, function and kinematics of the lower limb and muscle activation of selected lower limb muscles was analysed. Significant effects on pain and function were determined. A slight effect on kinematics of the lower limb and muscle activation of selected lower limb muscles was identified. Conclusion: Foot orthoses seem to be an effective treatment device in the therapy for PFPS. An immediate and long-term reduction in pain and an improvement of function occurred following the intervention. There was just a slight change in lower limb kinematics and muscle activation of selected lower limb muscles. The relationship between biomechanical effects of orthoses and pain still seems to be unclear.

Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25675398 

NHS Lothian - Head of Technical Services

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BAPO Conference 2015 Accommodation Bookings

Please note that  the online link for Conference 2015 accommodation bookings is due for release on 16 February, after which time there will be just a limited choice of hotels available via Reservation Highway and the rate will not be guaranteed.

Therefore if you haven’t already secured your accommodation for Conference 2015 please book as soon as possible via www.reservation-highway.co.uk/bapo15

Kent and Medway NHS - Prosthetic Team Leader

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CSP - Improving Adult Rehabilitation Services Community of Practice – Soft intelligence Summary Bulletin

Following up on our requests for snapshots of good practice, we wanted you to share with you the first bulletin capturing the thoughts or 'soft intelligence' of the Improving Rehabilitation Services Community of Practice (IRSCOP).

Members are encouraged to enter the debate by adding comments to what people are saying about improving rehabilitation services and are invited to:

• Feedback on the themes within the bulletin that are either missing or upon which you have a different perspective
• Share what action you are taking in relation to these themes (however big or small)

How to submit feedback & comments
I would be very happy to receive feedback from members. Alternatively, comments can either be emailed to katherine.andrews@nhs-commissioning.net or posted on the discussion forum (making these anonymous if requested)

Feedback will be used to enrich the emergent themes and populate the next Soft intelligence Bulletin. We are grateful for your assistance.