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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

📅 Four weeks to go! Researchers, clinicians, educators, and students, showcase your work to a global audience. Submit your abstract by 29 September 2026: ow.ly/M6jk50ZHEkY

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

In June 2026, IFA brought experts together to discuss Pain Management in Later Life: Aligning Evidence, Policy, and Action. IPTOP’s Patron, Jan Tessier, represented IPTOP. Top Priorities: Fragmented care, Workforce capacity & education, Access, Equity & age-disaggregated data, and Prevention.

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Are you a #physiotherapy graduate? We would love you to take part in our research on pillars of practice and PBL 🙏 shorturl.at/ZisUb

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Lovely to see lots of new #physiotherapists at #graduation posting online. Grateful if you could take part in our research for new grads 🙏 shorturl.at/ZisUb

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Calling all physiotherapy students graduating this summer from a UK based programme - please take part in our research 'Exploring the impact of non-clinical physiotherapy placements on new graduates’ clinical confidence shorturl.at/ZisUb

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Proud of IPTOP Education Grant recipient Shivam Sharma! Shivam presented research showing Perturbation-Based Balance Training reduces falls AND fall injuries in older adults. Training reactive balance for real-world recovery, clinically meaningful, practice changing. #IPTOP

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Core20PLUS5 Framework: Reducing healthcare inequalities among older people. This framework from BGS aims to help identify people who have unequal access to and experience of healthcare, and to target action to counter that inequality. buff.ly/76ULsf5

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Great to hear from Shivam at #WFC26 #WorldFallsCongress about perturbation training. He was supported by an @iptop.bsky.social education grant which is open for applications www.iptop-physio.org/about-us/ipt...

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The leading international clinical geriatric medicine journal @age-and-ageing.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

The World Falls Guideline remains one of the highly cited and downloaded articles in Age and Ageing journal and we are delighted to have published several commentaries, insights and applications arising from this seminal work (thread) doi.org/10.1093/agei... #WorldFallsCongress

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Alasdair MacLullich @amaclullich.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Clinical tip on #delirium: involve the multidisciplinary team, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy & pharmacy.

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Looking forwards to thr #WorldFallsCongress and meeting with both @agilecsp.bsky.social and @iptop.bsky.social members (no code word for IPTOP though!)

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Love to see you at the cafe - home baking and bacon rolls on offer to fuel your bike rides!

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

We want you to join in with #ChooseGeriatrics week. That’s why anyone who posts a picture or video of themselves or their team, along with a quick story about choosing to work in older people’s healthcare, while tagging us, will be entered into a prize draw to win 30% off a year’s membership!

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

We're still recruiting for BEPOP wave 4 - our national benchmarking and feedback programme for those that work with sarcopenic older adults. It's a great way to get evidence of how your service is running! Express your interest here: tinyurl.com/BEPOPWave4 #BEPOP

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Are you a #physiotherapy student graduating this summer from a UK based programme? Then please take part in this research from Queen Margaret University 'Exploring the impact of non-clinical physiotherapy placements on new graduates clinical confidence' shorturl.at/ZisUb Please share widely!

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

New resource! Deconditioning is a major and preventable contributor to loss of independence among older adults. It is not an inevitable consequence of ageing - it is preventable and reversible.

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Deconditioning Hub | British Geriatrics Society

We have created this hub to support our members to improve outcomes for older people through the identification and prevention of deconditioning.

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Do you work with or in a team that provides exercise programmes for older people with sarcopenia and frailty? 💪 We're currently recruiting for wave 4 of BEPOP and want you to join! 🤩 Express your interest here: tinyurl.com/BEPOPWave4

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

We'll be there presenting our BEPOP work on the sarcopenia stream! Come and say hi!

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

We're accepting submissions for our Summer AGILITY Journal "Bridging the gap through supportive transitions of care". We also welcome wider submissions which sit outside the main theme. Contact agilejournal@gmail.com to find out more

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Don't forget, you could win your membership if you submit your work to our Summer 2026 Agility Journal. What have you got to lose? Email: agilejournal@gmail.com to find out more, express an interest or submit by the 1st May.

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Did you know physical activity can make a meaningful difference for people living with dementia? If you missed our IPTOP webinar, or want a refresher, it’s available to watch! Learn practical strategies to support movement, function, and quality of life in this population. Watch here

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IPTOP Webinar Series - Physical Activity for People with Dementia - Dr Riona McArdle

Maintaining habitual physical activity may be an inclusive, inexpensive strategy to promote independence in dementia. In this webinar Dr McArdle highlights current research into continuously…

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Why not apply? Im particularly keen to see reps for the devolved nations. Important to ensure we have a say in devolved health matters

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

BEPOP wave 4 is OPEN for business! Help improve your team's practice by joining! Express an interest here: tinyurl.com/BEPOPWave4

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Reposting for anyone who missed it last year! Our Best Practice Statements for Physiotherapists Working With Older People During a Disaster, Conflict or Pandemic highlight how to keep care safe, person-centred and adaptable in challenging times. Full document

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Marking @hcpc.bsky.social #CPDWeek2026 by delivering an inservice on keeping a CPD portfolio to our OTs and physios

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Check out the latest Agility! We would love to hear your thoughts on it- please complete our feedback form! forms.gle/jQ1XgYSmxHxD... Also stay tuned for more Info about our next edition!

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Our IPTOP webinar “Sex and Aging: The Role of Physiotherapy” is coming up soon! Join Dr. Uchenna “UC” Ossai for a focused 30-minute session on integrating sexual health into physiotherapy care for older adults. 3 March 2026 UTC 2:00 | 1pm Sydney | 9pm NYC Click here to register: buff.ly/0VwQmOq

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Just 7 days to go until our first webinar of 2026. Janet Thomas looks at our opportunities as physiotherapists to intervene earlier in those who aren't frail... yet! Find out more and book your place here: tinyurl.com/agilejanet

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Don't miss out on our first webinar of the year with Honorary President, @janetthomas47.bsky.social! Register here: tinyurl.com/agilejanet

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Are you heading to the World Falls Congress? IPTOP are holding a social event on the Thursday evening, 25 June, which is open to all physiotherapists. It will be a drink, a meal (or both!) and a chance to socialise with like minded colleagues. Scan the QR code or click to register. buff.ly/TFX1QxF

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Join us for our 2026 Learning Series. Topics ranging from Prevention to Quality Improvement and Research. Launching 24th Feb with Janet Thomas, Not just a tip of the iceberg: beyond the 10%. Register at tinyurl.com/agilejanet Contact agile.educationofficer@gmail.com to get involved.

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Janet Thomas @janetthomas47.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Looking forward to sharing my thoughts in this webinar

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Come and join us for our first webinar of 2026. Our new president Janet Thomas shines a light on preventative care in frailty. This is one not to be missed.

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Calling all IPTOP members! Join our 30-minute focus group to chat about what you want to see in future webinars. November 11, 2025 AEDT – Hosted by Melanie Farlie MT – Hosted by Grayson Doar Let’s shape the future of IPTOP together. Registration links in comments.

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Join the IPTOP Webinar! Coach2Move: A Person-Centered Care Approach for Older Adults Speaker: Ward Heij, Univ. of Utah Oct 29/30, 2025 UTC 20:00 | 7am Sydney | 4pm NYC Enhance motivation, activity & self-efficacy in older adults. Register here: buff.ly/18ZacQn

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Congratulations to María Fernanda Calvo for winning the IPTOP Healthy Ageing Video Contest! Her project highlights how physiotherapists promote Healthy Ageing through exercise & intergenerational learning, connecting students with older adults to move, learn & thrive together. buff.ly/PSiVPQP

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Our Annual General Meeting is next week, following a webinar, at 7:30pm. We would love our members to join so we can share the many updates with you. Please register at events.zoom.us/ev/Al2mtcsIx...

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Wave 2 of BEPOP, including 28 UK-based teams, recently completed and this webinar provides an opportunity to reflect as a community on successes and to hear from some of the participating teams on how they improved practice. Register for the webinar here: tinyurl.com/BEPOPWave2

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Miles Witham @oldertrialsprof.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Interested in improving how we can improve delivery of resistance exercise for older people with sarcopenia or frailty? Come and hear from some of the teams who participated in BEPOP wave 2!

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Join our webinar to hear our webinar on an improvement project focusing on how to have fun with encouraging rehab mindedness in your team! This will be followed by our Annua General Meeting. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/MovingMounta...

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AGILE - Physiotherapists working with Older People @agilecsp.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Happy Older Persons Day! Have you ever thought about specialising in working with Older People? Hear why some of our passionate members decided to! #IDOP #InternationalOlderPersonsDay

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World Physiotherapy @worldphysio1951.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

Join our mailing list and make sure you get news and information about World Physiotherapy and the global physiotherapy community: ow.ly/gigg50VRLHE

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

As we age, it’s common to worry about falling. But there are exercise programs that can help improve balance, strength, and flexibility! Learn more from @NCOAging and find a program to help you stay #FallsFree in your area today. bit.ly/FPAW-Find-A-... #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek #FPAW25

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How to Find an Exercise Program for Falls Prevention

Improving your strength and balance is powerful for falls prevention. Use these tips to find an exercise program that works for you.

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IPTOP @iptop.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Physiotherapists play a key role in dementia rehabilitation enabling people to remain as independent as possible #WorldAlzheimersDay

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