Karen Middleton CBE FCSP MA

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Once again the importance of good governance comes to the fore

Definitely the right move to abolish NHS England. It was madness to set it up in the first place IMO. However, difficult times for those in the middle of it.

Our chief executive @confedmatt.bsky.social told the BBC the announcement to abolish of NHS England was unexpected, but is the 'logical next step' of a sequence that started when Wes Streeting said he wanted NHSE and DHSC to work as a single team.

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Yes please-less so the treasurer role

Ministers plan biggest shake-up of adult social care in England for decades But final report on reforms would not emerge until 2028, which health leaders say is kicking crisis ‘into the long grass’

Yes -@wesstreeting - we need a lasting political & public consensus for #socialcare settlement. But we have to move with a sense of urgency & concern. The building is on fire - it is literally falling apart.

Social care news today isn't a surprise. Labour has long signalled social care was not a priority. Before the election it was clear it was for the back end of the Parliament and into next election.

But it doesn't match the strategy on NHS & moving care to the community. This will all be harder now.

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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Nine exercises experts say lower your blood pressure and cholesterol Regular exercise helps with blood pressure and cholesterol, and there are a range of exercises you can perform at home to enjoy the associated health benefits

Good to see the Mirror promoting @thecsp.bsky.social exercise resources www.mirror.co.uk/news/health/...

English devolution white paper: what you need to know Summary and analysis of the government's plans to move more power to local communities.

ℹ The government plans to move more power to local communities.

We've digested everything healthcare leaders need to know about the 'devolution revolution' and what our members need to do.

Read our briefing 👇 #LocalGovernment #Devolution

Just a reminder:

All vaccines used in public health have been rigorously tested. Their benefits greatly outweigh their risks. While a few people have a medical reason for not taking vaccines, most people (and the population overall) will benefit. Doctors who claim otherwise are irresponsible.

Government’s refreshed workforce plan likely to include expansion of physiotherapy workforce The refreshed workforce plan will likely include an expansion of the number of physiotherapy roles in the community, according to media reports.

This does not happen by accident, innovation by physios and influencing by @thecsp.bsky.social are positioning #physiotherapy as key to transforming UK healthcare www.csp.org.uk/news/2024-12...

Another coachee got the job they’ve been working hard for! #delighted

Importance of Being Ernest at the National-fantastic production!

Enjoying my @thecsp.bsky.social Frontline. Excellent Retirement Association column including a very good article by @kmiddleton60.bsky.social on her THR rehab experience - thanks Karen 👍

CSP submits evidence to NHS England’s 10 year plan consultation The CSP has called for workforce and funding to match policy priorities in its submission to the government’s consultation on the future of NHS England.

'At the heart of our submission is the urgent need for more physiotherapists and support workers to address the harm being caused to patients and the physio workforce by inadequate staffing levels'

The CSP submits evidence to NHS England’s 10 year plan consultation. Find out more ⬇️

A huge pile of walking frames and other mobility aids.

I saw these at the local recycling centre today and sighed. I might check if you can upload photos to the NHS Plan engagement website…

Middleton Coaching Limited is now live!!

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

Fabulous lunch at @ottolenghi.bsky.social Spitalfields

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Looks positive👇

Government sickness absence plans ‘promising’, CSP says The CSP has welcomed the inclusion of rehabilitation at the heart of the UK government’s plans to reduce sickness absence.

Encouraging signs in the White Paper published today by the DWP - speeding up access to rehab services will be critical for reducing sickness absence.

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The film Joy is exactly that! Highly recommend

Celebrating AHP Support Worker Week: a call for change From 25-29 November, the entire physiotherapy profession is coming together to celebrate AHP Support Worker Week.

It is support worker awareness week - www.csp.org.uk/news/2024-11...

CSP Council

I have now been an elected council member of @thecsp.bsky.social for the last 2 yrs.
It has been an exciting journey filled with a lot learning from colleagues on council, leadership team & colleagues at the CSP 🙏
Looking forward to the next 2 yrs.
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Shout out for Shopmobility at Bluewater shopping centre today-easy, helpful, good value & great to hire wheelchair. All shops & changing rooms accessible