Oxford Brookes University offers ‘exciting opportunities’ to become a professor of rehabilitation

by Ian McMillan | May 27, 2022 | On The Move

NULLOxford Brookes University is seeking to appoint two professors of rehabilitation (clinical academic pathway) – and physiotherapists armed with PhDs are being invited to apply. The successful applicants can expect to earn salaries approaching...

Help is at hand for people with menopausal joint pain through a new rose hip and ginger supplement

by Ian McMillan | May 27, 2022 | Sponsored

Joint pain affects four menopausal women in 10 and is the most common contributary factor in the impairment of their quality of life (Whiteley et al. 2013). Clinical studies show that women of a menopausal age reported a 50 per cent improvement in their mobility and...

Using social media wisely: guidance issued by the Health and Care Professions Council

by Ian McMillan | May 27, 2022 | CPD

NULLPhysiotherapists should always take time to ‘think’ before posting items on social media, according to guidance issued by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). ‘Thinking before you post, and ensuring you know the evidence that...

Physio professor Suzanne McDonough shines spotlight on need for more physical activity

by Ian McMillan | May 16, 2022 | On The Move

NULLPhysiotherapist Suzanne McDonough is aiming to improve budding doctors’ knowledge about the role that physical activity can play in improving the health of people living in Ireland. Professor McDonough, who is head of the school of physiotherapy at RCSI...

Physiotherapists’ guidance is needed when people with vertebral fractures start exercise regimes

by Ian McMillan | May 16, 2022 | Musculoskeletal

People with osteoporosis should not be afraid to exercise regularly, according a consensus statement appearing in the latest issue of the British Journal of Sports Medicine. But, while exercise may help people with vertebral fractures to feel less pain, and...