Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

'Twice, my family came to say goodbye. Now I’m driving again'. Physios are giving stroke patients like David their lives back. Rehabilitation should be accessible to everyone who needs it for as long as they need it. #RightToRehab

'We give people their lives back – one carefully guided step at a time.' After childbirth, Emily couldn’t stand at a wedding, run after her children, or live without pain. Specialist physiotherapy gave her the tools to recover – rebuilding her strength, confidence and independence. #RightToRehab

'As a tennis player, I would like to thank the thousands of independent physiotherapists, support workers and students working in local gyms, on the high street, in professional sports facilities and at matches at weekends.' 👏 Thank you Rachel Taylor MP for your support!

Our message is clear: investing in physiotherapy strengthens the whole system and improves patient care. We have written to the appointed cabinet secretaries for health and social care in England and Wales, setting out the essential contribution physiotherapists make.

'We must put AHP leadership at the table at every level.' MPs highlighted the value of physiotherapy at the first-ever House of Commons debate on the contribution of allied health professionals. Thank you Sonia Kumar MP, Rebecca Smith MP, Luke Akehurst MP

‘We would never give somebody half of a prescription or say, sorry, we've only got enough people to give you half of your operation.’ Sara Hazzard CSP and stroke survivor David were on ITV Meridian to highlight critical understaffing and to call for investment in rehab. #RightToRehab

'Acutally it's not a lack of physiotherapists, it's a lack of the roles being created. So most services are consistently, if not chronically understaffed.' Sara Hazzard CSP was on LBC News, highlighting critical understaffing following the results of our survey with ACPIN. #RightToRehab

1 in 6 people live with a neurological condition but only 1 in 3 actually get the rehabilitation that they need. Our CRA partner MS Society UK have published 'Thriving not surviving', which reveals a lack of access to rehabilitation and outlines the steps needed for this to change. #RightToRehab

Physiotherapists were thanked by the Prime Minister for their work training clinicians in Ukraine. Physiotherapist @soniakumarmp.bsky.social used Prime Minister's Questions to highlight the vital work of the UK physiotherapists in the region.

Getting involved with the CSP doesn’t look the same for everyone. From representing colleagues and joining networks to supporting campaigns, One CSP helps you explore the options. 👉 https://bit.ly/49o06eM #OneCSP #CSPPhysio

.@soniakumarmp.bsky.social on the first meeting of the all-party parliamentary group for allied health professionals. The APPG aims to strengthen the voice and visibility of the AHP workforce to ensure they have support, recognition and investment. Read more: www.csp.org.uk/news/2026-03...

👏 Thank you @ashleydaltonmp.bsky.social Prehabilitation and rehabilitation are embedded in the National Cancer Plan in England for the first time, giving every person with cancer the support they need to improve outcomes. #RightToRehab

'It's a landmark moment.' - @sarahazzard.bsky.social responds to the launch of England's National Cancer Plan. For the first time, the plan formally embeds prehabilitation and rehabilitation. Read more: www.csp.org.uk/news/2026-02...

Four ways to get involved. One CSP. Campaign · Network · Represent · Volunteer Choose your route and explore what’s possible: https://bit.ly/49o06eM #OneCSP #CSPPhysio

As physiotherapists, we know the incredible difference we make — and the change we want to see. That’s why we’ve made it easier than ever to take part. Explore One CSP: https://bit.ly/49o06eM #OneCSP #CSPPhysio

When physios connect as peers, our community strengthens and our collective influence grows with it. Want to understand how One CSP supports this? Explore more 👉 https://bit.ly/44dq2H0 #OneCSP #CSPPhysio #PhysioCommunity #ProfessionalDevelopment #InfluentialMovement

Introducing One CSP 💙 helping our members find simple, flexible ways to get involved with the CSP. Volunteer. Network. Represent. Campaign. Your involvement matters. Be part of it. Find your route in 👉 https://bit.ly/44dq2H0 #OneCSP #CSPPhysio

Member Karen Poole represented the CSP in Parliament, giving evidence to inform the 10-year workforce plan for the NHS in England. We're calling for a plan that fully recognises physiotherapy and rehabilitation as central to achieving the NHS’s goals: www.csp.org.uk/news/2025-11...

'We're at the Labour Party Conference to deliver one clear message - physiotherapy keeps people, the NHS, and the economy moving.' - @ashjames10.bsky.social Tag your Labour MP to invite them to visit the CSP at stand J4. #RightToRehab #Lab25 #LabConf25

'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

‘As today is #WorldPhysiotherapyDay, it is a fitting moment to celebrate the vital role physiotherapists play, while also sounding the alarm on the crisis facing our workforce.’ 👏 @mikem82.bsky.social, Chair of the NNRS spoke @tuc.org.uk Congress. Catch up: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

'Hydrotherapy isn’t a luxury — it’s a lifeline for many people with long-term pain, disability or chronic conditions'. Ash James speaks to ITV News about how this impacts patients, causing their health to deteriorate and widening health inequality. #RightToRehab

'I want to see physios and other allied health professionals at the heart of the neighbourhood service.' 👏 Wes Streeting on the importance of physio and rehab as part of the new NHS England 10-year plan. Thank you @soniakumarmp.bsky.social for continuing to advocate for physio. #RightToRehab

'The inclusion of rehab in this plan is a landmark moment for the profession.' Chief executive John Cowman reacts to the publication of the 10-year health plan for the NHS in England. Read more: csp.org.uk/news/2025-07... #RightToRehab

Why are we waiting? Why are patients waiting to be seen while physios are waiting to work? We're calling on the government to stop the freezes and offer jobs to every graduate who’s ready to serve in the NHS. Read more: www.csp.org.uk/news/2025-06...

'Crucially rehab and good physio, good rehab, good reconditioning...' Wes Streeting, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, placed physiotherapy at the heart of bridging the disconnect between health and social care: www.csp.org.uk/news/2025-06... #NHSConfedExpo #RightToRehab

'Rehabilitation isn't optional, it's an essential.' Speaking on BBC News, CSP's @sarahazzard.bsky.social warned about the consequences of major service cuts, following reports of drastic budget measures affecting NHS trusts across England.

'Our advice to the government is really clear. There needs to be a real focus on the practicalities.' @robyeldham.bsky.social updates on the government's priority to shift from analogue to digital, and how the CSP is supporting members, including our principles around the use of AI.

'Probably the biggest change we're expecting to see in the 10 Year Plan is real emphasis on a shift from hospital to community.' @robyeldham.bsky.social on upcoming changes to healthcare and how the CSP has been influencing to support the shift to neighbourhood services. #RightToRehab

'We'd like to see action around secondary prevention, the importance of rehabilitation, and to stop revolving door cases of people coming back into hospital.' @robyeldham.bsky.social updates on the forthcoming 10 Year Plan and the move from a sickness to prevention healthcare based system.

Liverpool is more than just a city – it’s a community. 📽️ How @nhsuhlg.bsky.social’s Scouse School fosters belonging and celebrates diversity. Learn how this CSP-aligned initiative is creating a culture of inclusion for international staff: www.csp.org.uk/careers-jobs...

'Without physiotherapists and others, we would not be able to get people well and fit and healthy again and to continue with their lives and their work.' Thank you @soniakumarmp.bsky.social & @lucympowell.bsky.social for championing AHPs in Parliament and highlighting their crucial work for the NHS

‘We need to make sure that it's not a postcode lottery across Scotland.’ Thank you to MSP Jackie Baillie, who supported our #RightToRehab event at #ScotLab25, which included @chsscotland.bsky.social. The event demonstrated how vital access to rehab is for a better future.

‘My message to other managers is – go bold, go big. We support multiple apprentices at once.' Alan Macdonald shares how North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust overcame the challenge of funding for apprentices. #PhysioApprenticeships

Physiotherapy apprenticeships help build and develop a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce that meets community needs. Jill Kent, Head of AHPs @teessideuni.bsky.social, discusses the importance of widening participation to better represent the local community. #PhysioApprenticeships

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...

'Rehab is key not just to good recovery but to prevention of future demand on the NHS.' 👏 Health Secretary Wes Streeting highlighted the importance of rehabilitation in making the NHS work, following the launch of healthcare reforms and a social care commission in England this week.

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