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- ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Webinar: Unlocking the Potential of Patient-Facing Support Workers and Technicians in P&O
Details Webinar Invitation: Unlocking the Potential of Patient-Facing Support Workers & Technicians in P+O Join us for an exciting and informative webinar showcasing the outcomes of a two-year project dedicated to advancing the roles of patient-facing Support Workers and Technicians in the Prosthetics and Orthotics (P+O) workforce. We’ll introduce:✅ A Framework designed to define and enhance these roles.✅ Web-based resources to showcase the roles.✅… Read more: ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Webinar: Unlocking the Potential of Patient-Facing Support Workers and Technicians in P&O - ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Webinar: Supporting career growth to sustain the profession
Details We known there are significant workforce challenges for P&O. The UK’s smallest allied health profession, it has the highest attrition rate amongst them. Only 34% of respondents to a recent workforce survey ‘definitely’ planned to stay in the profession for the next five years. Low levels of job satisfaction, lack of career progression, and not feeling valued were leading reasons… Read more: ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Webinar: Supporting career growth to sustain the profession - ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Teatime Talk – Microprocessor Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis Technology, the Tectus
Details This talk will feature an overview of the Tectus, a slim, lightweight microprocessor controlled KAFO.  We welcome you to join us to as we present on –  The functions and design of the Tectus Patient case studies of the Tectus in use Data collection and outcomes An overview of digital health advancements Introducing the Tectus UK study - ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Teatime Talk – Understanding Pain
Details Jaj aims to raise awareness of the impact of persistent pain and provide healthcare professionals with a better understanding of the science behind why we hurt. She will bring pain science to you in an accessible, engaging, and relevant way. Her focus is on pain being not just a marker of tissue damage but actually a complex subconscious phenomenon.… Read more: ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Teatime Talk – Understanding Pain - ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Teatime Talk – Plastics, What’s The Difference?
Details A short presentation covering North Sea Plastics range of specialised rigid and flexible thermoplastics used in the fabrication of Prosthetic and Orthotic devices. Material properties, heating guidelines and moulding procedures will be discussed. - Job Advert – Steeper – Prosthetist – StanmoreClick here to view job advert
- ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Teatime Talk – Defining Children’s Therapeutic Footwear an analysis of their design and purpose
- Inclusive practice in higher education for Disabled LearnersThis work has been commissioned by the British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics (±¬ÁϳԹÏ) with funding from NHS England Workforce, Training and Education (WTE) Directorate. This project will focus on inclusive practices in higher education for Disabled learners. As part of the project, we will engage with various stakeholders including educator providers and Disabled learners, to understand what inclusive practice… Read more: Inclusive practice in higher education for Disabled Learners
- Human LibraryCould you be a Prosthetist/Orthotist? Scroll through our Human Library below to see what career paths are available.
- Job Advert – The SpineCorporation – Clinical Specialist Orthotist – ChesterfieldClick here to view job advert
- Lynne Rowley MBE
It is with great sadness that we share with you that Lynne Rowley MBE, ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Chair from 2015 to 2021, passed away on 18th November 2024. In September this year, Lynne was awarded ±¬ÁϳԹÏ’s Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of the extraordinary impact she had on the P&O profession where she leaves behind a great legacy. She will be missed… Read more: Lynne Rowley MBE - Job Advert – Buchanan Orthotics – Orthotics – ScotlandClick here to view job advert
- Job Advert – TalarMade – Orthotist – LincolnshireClick here to view job advert
- Recording of ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Teatime Talk – Clinical philosophies and their role in creating novel prosthetic devices
A strong clinical philosophy is directly reflected in the devices that are ultimately created at any Prosthetic and Orthotic facility. We will discuss the components of the clinical philosophies underlying the care provided at the Indiana Institute for Prosthetics (Whitestown, IN) and how they influence the final products created through the clinic. Examples will be shared - Job Advert – Opcare – Prosthetist – CambridgeClick here to view job advert
- Advancing Healthcare Awards 2024
±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï is proudly sponsoring the Advancing Healthcare Awards for the third year. The ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï award for evidencing impact and excellence in prosthetics and orthotics is open for nominations. For more information and to nominate visit: https://ahawards.co.uk/uk/ ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï encourages people to nominate themselves and colleagues which shines a light on the prosthetic and orthotic profession. - Going Digital & 3D Printing
We are delighted to bring you this new Short Course. Open to Orthotists who want to understand the digital process, improve their shape capture skills and maximize the benefits of 3D printing for their patients. Date and Time: Thursday 20th February 2025Course description:This 1-day face to face short course offers participants the opportunity to learn about the entire digital end-to-end process.… Read more: Going Digital & 3D Printing - Job Advert – Steeper – Prosthetics Product Manager – Hybrid workClick here to view job advert
- Supporting Prosthetic Provision at WestminsterPam Coulton, Bapo Vice Chair was invited by Lord Craig Mackinlay to discuss prosthetic provision with Wes Streeting and others in parliament.
- ±¬ÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Meets with British Polio FellowshipOur Vice-Chair Pam Coulton attended the British Polio Fellowship Meeting in London to support the great work the Fellowship does advocating for those affected by Polio. Orthotics plays an important role in supporting people affected by Polio.