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BAPO Bitesize

Available from Friday 13th March 2026

Introducing BAPO Bitesize – Available now! We’re excited to unveil a brand-new online, on-demand education resource from the British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics (BAPO). BAPO Bitesize brings you concise, accessible learning designed to support CPD, spark new ideas, and keep you up-to-date with best practice in prosthetics and orthotics—anytime, anywhere.

📅 Arriving March

🎓 Learn at your pace

💡 Built for the P&O community

Available BAPO Bitesize courses – don’t miss out 

Go To BAPO Bitesize

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Enhanced Practice Mythbusting

🔍 Enhanced Practice: Clearing up the confusion

Swipe through the graphic to see a few myths busted about what Enhanced Practice really is in Prosthetics and Orthotics.

👀 Myth 1: It’s a job title
Reality: It’s a level of capability across the four pillars of practice. It’s about how you apply knowledge and skills every day.

📚 Myth 2: Off the job training means time away from clinic
Reality: Most learning happens in your usual patient facing role. What matters is how you evidence new behaviours.

🎓 Myth 3: The Salford PGCert is only for band 6, NHS or full-time staff
Reality: The course is open to NHS and private providers and part time applicants. Banding does not define access.

🌍 Myth 4: Enhanced Practice only applies in England
Reality: The apprenticeship route is England based, but the direct entry route is open to applicants from anywhere.

🚀 Why it matters
Enhanced Practice focuses on real world capability and can be a stepping stone toward Advanced Practice.

Enhanced Practice Mythbusting (1)Download

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Short survey for above-knee prosthesis users and clinicians working with prosthesis users!

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https://imperial.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8Clf4sQiTiYRtHg

We want to know what would be important to you in a new prosthesis socket design, so please consider filling in our short survey so we can better address your needs. We are really hoping to hear from a range of clinicians and users – and particularly want to hear from both females and males!Any questions? Please contact: Loïs Galletly at lois.galletly17@imperial.ac.uk

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First year learners at Strathclyde and Salford Universities receive BAPO goody bags

This week, first-year prosthetics and orthotics (P&O) students at the University of Salford and the University of Strathclyde received their BAPO “Welcome to the Profession” goody bags, marking an exciting start to their journey into the P&O community. 🦾📚

The packs are designed to introduce students to the profession early, providing useful tools, resources, and a sense of connection with the professional body from the outset. Students shared what they loved most:

University of Salford:
💬 “Having an awareness so early into my career is invaluable.”
💬 “Makes you feel more connected to the industry and a part of the community before you are qualified.”
💬 “Insight into the industry, connections, benefits, and a team of assistance.”

University of Strathclyde:
💬 “I love the useful tools like the tape measure and goniometer — they’ll be helpful in our patient assessments.”
💬 “The water bottle was a nice touch.”
💬 “The resources about mentorship and what is available through BAPO are really helpful.”

Receiving these packs helps students build confidence, develop practical skills, and feel part of the P&O professional community from day one.

BAPO is proud to support the next generation of prosthetists and orthotists as they embark on their learning journey. 💙

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Seeking Insight from UK Prosthetists!

Loughborough University is gathering professional input on long-term residual limb care for lower-limb amputees, as part of a study focusing on preventing secondary issues such as skin breakdown, socket discomfort, and volume fluctuation.

As a Prosthetist – you can provide invaluable guidance to ensure the research and resulting assistive product align with real clinical priorities. Please consider taking a few minutes out of your day to fill in the form below. Any questions about the study should be directed to Sarah Brown: s.brown-22@student.lboro.ac.uk

Survey closes: 15 December 2025

Take part here: https://forms.office.com/r/ZbhcXiGp0G

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Anushika Dayananda Appointed Vice-Chair of Research Committee

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Anushika Dayananda (Anu) as the new Vice-Chair of the Research Committee. Anu brings a strong dedication to advancing research that supports both practitioners and patients, and her appointment marks an exciting step forward for the committee.

Reflecting on her new role, Anu shared:

“Taking on the Vice Chair position is a new milestone for me, and I am grateful for the trust placed in me. Although this is my first leadership role of this kind, I am inspired by the opportunity to collaborate, learn, and help drive research that pushes our profession forward. I hope to bring energy, curiosity, and commitment to supporting work that truly makes a difference to patients and practitioners alike.”

Anu’s enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment will play an important role in strengthening the committee’s ongoing projects and future initiatives. We look forward to the insight and energy she will bring as Vice-Chair.

Please join us in congratulating Anu on this well-deserved appointment.

 

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New Launch – Prosthetics and orthotics stakeholder group

BAPO is excited to announce the launch of a new Prosthetics and Orthotics stakeholder group led jointly by BAPO and Limb Power. The group has been created to work together on the key issues shaping the prosthetics and orthotics profession and the people who rely on our services.

Our inaugural meeting has taken place and brought together voices from across the field. There was representation from the NHS, the private sector, charities, the NHS Supply Chain, ISPO and the BHTA. This collaborative energy is exactly what we hoped for and marks a strong start to the work ahead.

More updates will follow as the group moves forward with shared priorities and practical action.