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- BAPO welcomes Bex Wilkinson as the new Chair of the Technician Committee
- Tech and Trends Webinar – Crispin – Combining 3DP and the Neuromuscular PDE spring
Details This webinar will detail the design and application of the PDE Neuro strut alongside 3D printing the components for the calf, ankle and foot. The aim of the webinar is to fully explain the modularity and adjustability of the orthosis. The main concept is the interchangeable struts that allow the adjustment of the overall orthosis stiffness. - BAPO Short Course – Improving Provision of Therapeutic Footwear
Day 1 is presented virtually and covers footwear assessment procedures, what to consider, analysis of the situation and how to use this information to choose the most appropriate type of footwear. The different types of footwear will be discussed, stock, modular, and bespoke footwear (its uses, allowances, benefits and limitations). The mechanics of feet and how they affect footwear and… Read more: BAPO Short Course – Improving Provision of Therapeutic Footwear - BAPO Teatime Tak – Communication between PO clinicians and Technicians: A qualitative Study
Details Communication between prosthetic / orthotic clinicians and technicians plays a vital role in Prosthetics and Orthotics. Both parties have to exchange clinical and technical information which needs to be accurately understood to ensure the unique needs of patients are integrated into the design and fabrication process. Due to the limited literature investigating this topic, a qualitative study which aims… Read more: BAPO Teatime Tak – Communication between PO clinicians and Technicians: A qualitative Study - BAPO Teatime Talk – Making sense of Perthes’ Disease: What we know and what we’re still figuring out
Details This session will provide a practical and research-informed overview of Perthes’ Disease. Drawing on his clinical practice and research over recent years, Adam will explore previous variations in management and how his recent NIHR-funded PhD has looked to optimise non-surgical management. Adam’s PhD focused on developing the NON-STOP app, a digital self-management intervention to support children with Perthes’ Disease… Read more: BAPO Teatime Talk – Making sense of Perthes’ Disease: What we know and what we’re still figuring out - BAPO Teatime talk – The Psychological Impact of Stroke
Details Cognitive and emotional changes are common following stroke and can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life and recovery. The talk will provide an overview of the cognitive and emotional impact of stroke for stroke survivors and their families. It will also look to touch upon related areas of fatigue and practical implications such as return… Read more: BAPO Teatime talk – The Psychological Impact of Stroke - Job Advert – Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust – Senior Orthotist, LondonClick here to view Job Advert
- Job advert – Head of Proactive
- Job Advert – Head of Clinical Governance – Opcare
- Job Advert – Orthotist – OpCare – Great Ormond Street and surround area
- Job Advert – NHS Grampian – BAND 6 Orthitists – AberdeenClick here to view job advert
- Wigan Poster abstracts
- Safeguarding children and vulnerable adultsBAPO is proud to publish a comprehensive new guide that supports prosthetists and orthotists in their critical duty to protect children and vulnerable adults. 🛡️ What’s Inside:✔️ Clear definitions and types of abuse✔️ Guidance on reporting and handling disclosures✔️ Legal responsibilities under safeguarding laws✔️ Special topics: FGM, CSE, LAC, mental health, and more✔️ Tools for assessment, record-keeping, & decision-making Whether… Read more: Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
- Job Advert – Steeper – Clinical Specialist Orthotist – LeedsClick here to view job advert
- Elections to the BAPO Executive Committee2025-2027Nominations for membership of the BAPO Executive Committee have closed and we are delighted to have 7 Full BAPO members who wish their names to go forward for your vote. All were correctly proposed and seconded by other Full members or other Associate members. The nominees are Chris Rowley, David Buchanan, Gemma Cassidy, Izzet Ozbilenler, Robert Afutu-Nartey, Sahar Siddiqui Wardle and Sophie Hill . You can… Read more: Elections to the BAPO Executive Committee2025-2027
- Job Advert – Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust – Band 5, Junior OrthotistClick here to view job advert
- SAVE THE DATE – BAPO Regional Conference Glasgow – 21/11/2026
- It’s nearly time to renew your HCPC registration
The renewal window for your Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration as a registered Prosthetist/Orthotist is coming up on 1 July 2025. The window is open for 3 months and closes on 30 September 2025. It’s important that you renew your registration successfully and on time, so you can continue to practise as a Prosthetist/Orthotist for the next two-year cycle. To… Read more: It’s nearly time to renew your HCPC registration - Job Advert -Senior Orthotist – The Royal Wolverhampton NHS TrustClick here to view job advert
- Job Vacancy