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Are the UK Osteopaths going to ditch the GOsC and move to the HPC?

Is anyone else following, or even aware of, the UK Osteopaths struggle with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) their present regulator? Continue reading →

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Cryopen

treat lots of V/P ( in PP its what you do). have always had Nitrous oxide which while not the only treatment was a good option. last year bought the cropen, it was wonderful in that the tip is so small I could treat with little “spill” so making compliance good. Continue reading →

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Part-time degree at Huddersfield Uni

Hi all, Has anyone completed the part-time degree at Huddersfield uni? Continue reading →

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Podiatry Assistants in the NHS

Can some of you enlighten me ? Pod Assistants are now being sent out to do DOMs on ‘at risk’ patients Continue reading →

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Podiatrists with recognised Ultrasound qualifications

Hi All, Is anyone aware of any podiatrists who have achieved the PGCE or PGDip in Medical Ultrasound? This is a university based course, CASE accredited and supported by the Royal College of Radiologists Continue reading →

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Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists name change

i cant find any comment regarding the “against””vote for the name change at the AGM …does anyone care ??? Continue reading →

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Biomx Podiatrist in Worcester

Hi All I have a biomx patient of mine, ask me if I knew of a podiatrist in Worcester for a friend to have a “proper” biomx examination and “proper” orthotics made ( her words BTW) The friend is being tx by a physio who has said she will supply orthotics, but my patient ( a retired consultant) has told her friend to get them done by a podiatrist properly. Anyone out there fit the bill?? Can you pm me if you can help please Thanks D;) Continue reading →

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explotation of garra rufa

should the garra rufa be allowed associate membership to the society of chiropodists. If not will they be allowed to join the institute, They have no union representation Continue reading →

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Clinical Biomechanics Boot Camp; London; Oct 16 & 17

This will be the only one in the UK this year: Clinical Biomechanics Boot Camp; London; Oct 16 & 17 Flyer attached. Further information and registration at Boot Camp website Attached Files london2011.pdf (31.0 KB) Continue reading →

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UK Facing arthritiis epidemic, feet to blame?

Press Release: UK FACING ARTHRITIS EPIDEMIC – DON’T IGNORE YOUR FEET * One in four adults suffer with an arthritis related condition1 * Arthritis is on the rise, with 60%of cases in the feet, which experts warn often go undetected2 * Inadequate footwear can increase the risk of developing arthritis * A third of people in the UK admit to not knowing the causes and symptoms of arthritis and don’t know where to turn for help Quote: The UK could be facing an arthritis crisis, with inadequate footwear being a contributing factor, according to new research* released by The Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists to mark its annual foot health awareness month in June – Feet for Life month. Arthritis rates are increasing due to the ageing population and rising obesity levels3. Continue reading →

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