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Jon Ryan

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Head of Press & PR at the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
'Comprehensive access to physiotherapy could prevent nearly 200,000 falls and save the NHS more than £275m each year. Yet rehabilitation services are being held back by workforce shortages, recruitment freezes and a loss of clinical space and resources...' Sara Hazzard CSP in Guardian Letters ⬇️
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
We are appalled by the racist violence and disorder in Belfast that followed the horrific incident earlier in the week. We must reject the hatred shown on the streets and sewn online by people with no interest in community cohesion.
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Our health and social care sector is built on the hard work and rich diversity of its workforce. The CSP has joined forces with health unions to condemn the rise in anti-migrant rhetoric and reaffirm support for international colleagues working across the UK’s health and social care system.
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CSP joins unions in condemning anti-migrant rhetoric
The CSP has joined forces with health unions to condemn the rise in anti-migrant rhetoric and reaffirm support for international colleagues working across the UK’s health and social care system. 
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Bruna Skeggs 🇧🇷 🇬🇧 @brunaskeggs.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
I’ve lived in the UK for 20+ years. Proud immigrant, proud health professional. Anti-migrant rhetoric hurts — but compassion and care unite us. Thank you to all international colleagues who keep showing up every day. 💙 #CSP #Solidarity #equality #kindness
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
'Diversity is Britain's greatest strength. From the NHS to our schools, from our creative industries to our care services.' CSP director Claire Sullivan speaks to @The_TUC Congress delegation on the CSP’s motion on challenging hate. Full clip: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... #TUC2025
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
Neighbourhood health teams are in the news again today, set to be a central part of the forthcoming NHS 10-year plan. These services work best with rehab at their core, and AHP leadership driving them forward. Our panel outlined why at #NHSConfedExpo this week.
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
'First contact physiotherapy has grown rapidly across the UK in recent years, with significant research demonstrating its positive impact.' CSP assistant director Sue Hayward-Giles reflects on the challenges and opportunities facing first contact roles.
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First contact physiotherapy: challenges and opportunities
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
'The NHS wouldn’t tell a surgeon to stop an operation halfway through. 'A pharmacist wouldn’t hand out 40% of a course of antibiotics. 'So why is it OK for patients to be denied a full course of rehabilitation?' @sarahazzard.bsky.social in the Guardian: www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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A fine balance of hope and reality in stroke recovery | Letters
Letters: Dr Jessica Beavan on the challenges of providing effective treatment and support to patients, and Sara Hazzard on the stark impact of inadequate physiotherapy services. Plus letters from Sall...
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
The number of people waiting for MSK services continues to rise. The number of people waiting more than a year for rehab is also going up. Lives being ruined, people falling out of work, health inequalities widening. Good work by @davewwest.bsky.social digging into the stats. #RightToRehab
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Unlock the potential of your workforce. Physiotherapy apprenticeships are transforming workforce development and delivering a skilled workforce fit for the future. #PhysioApprenticeships #NAW2025 Learn more: www.csp.org.uk/physiotherap...
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Well said, @laylamccay.bsky.social #RightToRehab
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Chris Giles @chrisgiles.ft.com · 07/02/2025
If I told you that the Bank of England upgraded its growth forecasts yesterday, would you believe me? It did.... i HAvE nOt gOne CRazY - honest This is a hill I am prepared to die on - the BoE and others (all central banks, IMF, OECD etc etc) report their "forecasts" in a terrible way 🧵
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
'This is further evidence of rehab moving up the national agenda and being recognised at last for the critical role it can play.’ @sarahazzard.bsky.social New Neighborhood Health guidelines published by NHS England emphasise the importance of rehabilitation. Read more ⬇️ #RightToRehab
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Rehab a key component of neighbourhood teams, says new NHS guidance
The CSP has welcomed strong endorsement of the value of rehabilitation in a new publication designed to shape the creation of a ‘neighbourhood health service’ in England.
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Gaby Hinsliff @gabyhinsliff.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
I have a horrible feeling we should be thinking harder on this side of the Atlantic about whether this is a new form of techno-authoritarianism that could be copied beyond the US, and if so WWYD, because at the moment there’s lots of great learning lessons from Trump victory but not from Musk’s
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Gaby Hinsliff @gabyhinsliff.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
What’s happening in the US is starting to feel more like a hacking than an election, with Trump basically cast as the idiot who clicked on the phishing email that let the ransomware guys in. Struck by how crucial tech not politics reporters are to us understanding it
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
'Sadly, long wait lists and limited access to physiotherapy, due to staffing shortages and shortages of suitable rehab spaces are causing irreversible harm.' 94% of paediatric physiotherapists are concerned about their patients accessing the rehab treatment they need. #RightToRehab
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Paediatric physios warn long waits causing 'irreversible harm' to children
A survey has revealed that 94 per cent of paediatric physiotherapists are concerned about their patients accessing the rehab treatment they need.
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InTheDogHaus @inthedoghaus.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Properly fund services for the work they are commissioned to do. Invest in workforce expansion /planning and be proactive as opposed to reactive. The only way to cut waiting times is fully staffed services of the right establishment numbers to see pt’s in a timely manner.
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Children in UK suffering ‘irreversible harm’ due to physiotherapy delays - The Guardian highlights the stark reality for children and their families who are facing unacceptable long waiting lists for treatment. #RightToRehab
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Children in UK suffering ‘irreversible harm’ due to physiotherapy delays
Teenagers face lifelong trauma from untreated chronic pain while children as young as four waiting 18 months, say physiotherapists
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
‘The dropping of so many indicators is a concern because what gets counted in the NHS tends to be what gets done.' @robyeldham.bsky.social Our response to the NHS England's 2025-6 Planning Guidance, announced today. Read more: www.csp.org.uk/news/2025-01...
Rob Yeldham, director of strategy at the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, said: 

‘The dropping of so many indicators is a concern because what gets counted in the NHS tends to be what gets done. 

‘Progress on the rollout of women’s health hubs, staff welfare, community services and other areas cannot be allowed to stall in the absence of a target, so it is vitally important that the NHS continues to monitor these issues. 

‘Indeed, we need better data and reporting in areas like rehab to drive the very improvements which the government is rightly committed to.  

‘We and other organisations will be pressing NHS England to continue to report on all these areas, along with the need to invest in the physiotherapy workforce. 

‘It’s clear that the government’s ambition to move more care out of hospital, including through the expansion of integrated neighbourhood teams, will require significant physio involvement. 

‘It’s essential that the NHS makes full use of the healthy supply entering the workforce and creates a band 5 role for every graduate who wants one.’
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
'Without a target, the much-needed rollout of these important services will stall, and health inequalities will widen.' @robyeldham.bsky.social The CSP has raised concerns that the rollout of women's health hubs is due to be dropped, alongside other milestones. #RightToRehab
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CSP raises concerns over cuts to women’s health hub expansion plans
Dropping a target to rollout women’s health hubs across England would have ‘serious consequences’, the CSP warned.
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
Statement from @robyeldham.bsky.social in response to the Times piece today.
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
'It should not be accepted as a ‘price to pay’, but should be a trigger for women to seek specialist help from a pelvic-health physiotherapist.' Pelvic Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy specialists share their expertise in the Guardian on incontinence and heavy lifting.
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‘If you wee yourself, you just rock on’: is incontinence inevitable for women who lift heavy?
One study found athletes were three times as likely to leak as women who did little or no exercise. But why does this happen – and can you prevent it?
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
This was a good listen. Informed, respectful questioning drawing out thoughtful, insightful answers. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/b...
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Saying Yes: Rachel Reeves on Britain's Habit of Saying 'No' To Infrastructure
Podcast Episode · Bloomberg UK Politics · 22/01/2025 · 26m
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
Interesting study out today - good advice on our #StrongerMyWay campaign site about being active with cancer: www.csp.org.uk/campaigns-in... www.theguardian.com/science/2025...
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Fitness and muscle strength could halve cancer patient deaths, study suggests
Analysis shows patients need to exercise and keep their weight down to reap maximum benefit
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
Great news - we were pleased to lend our support to the campaign to keep this vital service open. #RightToRehab www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Waveney brain injury rehabilitation service reinstated
The U-turn comes after
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
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 managementinpractice.com/views/how-pr...
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How practice managers can help physiotherapists transform MSK care
First contact physiotherapists based in practices are proving to be highly effective, easing the workload burden on GPs and improving access to MSK health services. How can practice managers ensure th...
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
Progress in expanding pulmonary rehabilitation is still too slow despite clear evidence of the benefits. Henry Gregg, Chair of the Taskforce for Lung Health, explains why reforms must pick up the pace - and expand the workforce. #RightToRehab www.csp.org.uk/blog/2024/12...
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Supporting and growing the respiratory physiotherapy workforce
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
'These reports bolster our call for the 10-year plan to build on existing programmes, ensuring full implementation of national rehab improvements.' @sarahazzard.bsky.social on two new publications this week that shine a further light on health inequalities. www.csp.org.uk/news/2024-12...
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Key reports highlight the need for urgent action on health inequalities
The Patients Association and Marmot have both published reports on health inequalities this week, which align with the CSP’s advocacy for better health outcomes.
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
'Physiotherapists are not just treating conditions - they’re building a healthier, more active society.' MP Sonia Kumar championed the role of physiotherapists in tackling musculoskeletal conditions and stressed the urgent need for increased investment.
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MP Sonia Kumar champions MSK physiotherapy in Parliament
MP Sonia Kumar used her platform in Parliament this week to spotlight the crucial role of physiotherapists in tackling musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, stressing the urgent need for increased investm...
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
'The government seems to be listening to our calls to place physiotherapy staff at the heart of their plans to tackle the major issues faced by the NHS.' The refreshed workforce plan will likely include an expansion of the number of physiotherapy roles in the community, according to media reports.
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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.
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Scotland needs more physios. The latest survey of members in Scotland reveals a worsening workforce crisis, and a devastating impact on services and patients. We're calling on the Scottish government to take action before this crisis gets worse www.csp.org.uk/news/2024-12... #ScotlandNeedsPhysios
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Discharge to sink or swim: the human cost of Scotland's physiotherapy shortage CSP's Kenryck Lloyd-Jones highlights this urgent problem and the immediate actions needed to tackle the crisis. #ScotlandNeedsPhysios
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Discharge to sink or swim: the human cost of Scotland's physiotherapy shortage
98% of Scottish CSP members told us that the current staffing levels of the services in which they work are not adequate to meet patients’ needs.
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
Good letter in today’s Times by Lucia Berry from our Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy network. #PelvicHealth #WomensHealth #RightToReheb
The image is a screenshot of a letter in today’s Times and says:

Sir, The findings of the Women and Equalities Committee highlight a systemic failure to prioritise women’s health (“NHS delays and ‘medical misogyny’ blamed for harming women’s fertility”, Dec 11).
 
Stigma, the normalisation of pain, and inadequate training across the healthcare workforce—not just for doctors—are leaving women and girls without the understanding or strategies needed to manage pain and pelvic health conditions.
 
This failure has far-reaching consequences, impacting service provision, education, careers, and relationships, while leading to more complex and costly treatments over time.The screenshot is the second part of the letter and says:

It is clear that systemic changes are needed, and training physiotherapists, nurses, and GPs to recognise and manage pelvic health conditions is critical.
 
Integrating pelvic health specialists into primary care, supported by ringfenced funding for education and research, would help break the cycle of dismissal and delayed care and transform outcomes for women and girls.
 
Lucia Berry
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Pelvic Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
Great to see reference in this piece to the need for more physio roles in the community. #RightToRehab www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...
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Wes Streeting announces plans for mass expansion of GP services to save the NHS
The Health Secretary pledges to rewrite workforce plans to create a ‘transformed health service’
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Jennie Edmondson @jenecsp.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
Fantastic to see physio-staff making active use of their @thecsp.bsky.social membership in 2024. Make 2025 the year you reach for the (blue) skies too! Here's how www.csp.org.uk/frontline/ar...
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Thousands of members boost membership in 2024
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
'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 ⬇️
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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.
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
First run since dislocating my kneecap six months ago. Not long, not far, certainly not fast. But a milestone achieved ✅
The image is a display screen on a treadmill, showing 20 minutes on the time and 2.59kms on the distance.
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Misogyny, intimidation, ageism and sexual harassment should have no place in modern workplaces. Yet these issues continue to run rampant in the creative industries – propped up by inadequate reporting mechanisms, a lack of accountability and extreme power dynamics.
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Ash James @ashjames10.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
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
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Karen Middleton CBE FCSP MA @kmiddleton60.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Middleton Coaching Limited is now live!!
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
The NHS wants to move from sickness to prevention, but a CSP report finds poor targeting of public health campaigns can widen health inequalities. #RightToRehab
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Rehabilitation, recovery and reducing health inequity: easing the pain (2nd edition)
We have updated the report with a new set of recommendations across the UK and new case studies from each country. This is to strengthen our influencing when calling for universal access to high-quali...
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Karen Middleton CBE FCSP MA @kmiddleton60.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Looks positive👇
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Encouraging signs in the White Paper published today by the DWP - speeding up access to rehab services will be critical for reducing sickness absence. www.csp.org.uk/news/2024-11...
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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.
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
So much insight for PR people in this piece about the content Google Discovery favours. (And what types of stories Reach titles may be looking for as a result) h/t @wadds.bsky.social weekly newsletter. pressgazette.co.uk/platforms/re...
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Google Discover has become Reach’s ‘biggest referrer of traffic’
Google Discover has become the largest traffic referral source for publishing giant Reach plc, its audience transformation director says.
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Rich Leigh @richleighpr.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
So many new PR faces even since the first PR Starter Pack - so I've created a second one. 50 people in this one already. I've started to fill it out - if you'd like to be in it (and aren't already in this or the first one - do have a look), like this post and I'll get to it! go.bsky.app/KUD8Zzk
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Jon Ryan @jonryancsp.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
I've posted my idea on the NHS Change website - have you? change.nhs.uk/en-GB/ideas/... #NHS10YearPlan #BackPain
The image is a screenshot of my submission to the NHS Change website and says:

Back pain is a leading cause of sickness absence and the reason for millions of GP appointments each year.

Public information campaigns overseas helped keep people in work, eased pressures on healthcare systems and enabled people to lead active, pain-free lives.

A national multi-channel campaign could achieve the same for the UK, reducing the costs of back pain to the NHS and wider economy, and delivering on the government's commitment to the prevention agenda.
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