The British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (BAPO) was established to encourage high standards of prosthetic and orthotic practice. It is committed to Continued Professional Development and education to enhance standards of prosthetic and orthotic care. BAPO is the only UK body that represents the interests of prosthetic and orthotic professionals and associate members to their employers, BAPO enjoys the support of a high majority of the profession as members.
Sunday, 31 May 2015
Parliament recognises that allied health professionals (AHPs) possess a diverse range of unique skills
Shoe Collections
Wednesday, 29 April 2015
QuDoS awards
Are you an Orthotist working with MS. Do you want to demonstrate your role in the treatment of MS? The QuDoS awards is now live www.qudos-ms.com. Details of the various categories and how to enter is on the website.
Monday, 27 April 2015
BAPO Bulletin April 2015
The second is on a planned rise to their annual fees.
Thursday, 23 April 2015
Wednesday, 22 April 2015
Ottobock - Commercial Manager Prosthetics & Orthotics: Egham
Effectiveness of Total Contact Insoles in Patients with Plantar Fasciitis
Hilda Alcântara Veiga Oliveira, Anamaria Jones, Emília Moreira, Fabio Jennings and Jamil Natour
Abstract
Objective To assess the effectiveness of total contact insoles (TCI) in patients with plantar fasciitis (PF).
Methods A double-blind randomized controlled trial was carried out with intention-to-treat analysis. Seventy-four patients were randomly allocated to use a TCI made of ethylene vinyl acetate (study group, n = 37) or a flat insole (control group, n = 37). The following assessment tools were used: visual analog scale for pain while walking and at rest, Medical Outcomes Study Short Form-36 (SF-36) for quality of life, Foot Function Index and Foot Health Status Questionnaire for foot function, 6-min walk test (6MWT), and baropodometer FootWalk Pro for plantar pressure analysis. The groups were evaluated by a blinded assessor at baseline and after 45, 90, and 180 days.
Results The groups were homogeneous for the majority of variables at baseline. The over-time comparisons show a statistical difference between the groups for pain while walking (p = 0.008) and the 6MWT (p = 0.010). Both groups showed significant improvements in pain at rest, foot function, and some quality of life variables (physical functioning, bodily pain, vitality, and social functioning), with no significant statistical differences between them. The baropodometer recorded no changes from the use of the insoles.
Conclusion A TCI can be used to reduce pain while walking and to increase walking distance in individuals with PF.
Source: http://www.jrheum.org/content/early/2015/03/10/jrheum.140429.abstract
Tuesday, 21 April 2015
Effects of Ankle–Foot Orthoses on Functional Recovery after Stroke: A Propensity Score Analysis Based on Japan Rehabilitation Database
Friday, 17 April 2015
Rehabilitation Interventions for Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review
Wednesday, 15 April 2015
Opcare - Orthotists, Various Positions
BAPO Measuring Change Document - April 2015
Tuesday, 14 April 2015
Wednesday, 18 March 2015
Monday, 16 March 2015
HCiViocare - Prosthetist, Glasgow
LimbPower - 2015 Advanced Rehabilitation Clinic
Sunday, 15 March 2015
Freedom to Speak Up: Give your views on supporting NHS staff to raise concerns about care
It follows the publication of Sir Robert Francis's Freedom to Speak Up review in February 2015, which made recommendations on how to create a culture where NHS staff feel safe and confident in speaking out. The report was commissioned by Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt in response to concerns about the reporting culture and the treatment of whistleblowers in the NHS.
The recommendations were accepted in principle by the Government, and we are now consulting on the best way to implement the principles and actions. Specific actions we are seeking views on include:
- Every NHS organisation having a Freedom to Speak Up Guardian
- A new Independent National Whistleblowing Officer who will provide national leadership; and
- Standards for professionals on raising concerns.
The consultation closes on 4 June 2015.
Wednesday, 11 March 2015
Thursday, 26 February 2015
Short Course Timetable2015
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!
Wednesday, 25 February 2015
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.
Tuesday, 24 February 2015
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: