Physiotherapist for BCUHB • Interested in Frailty, Rehabilitation & improving outcomes for older people • (views are my own)
Wales, United Kingdom
Joined November 2018
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Rachel Blears retweeted
#Frailty is potentially reversible, especially in its earlier stages, and can be managed well by comprehensive assessment and tailored interventions, rehabilitation, care and support. bgs.org.uk/Blueprint #BGSBlueprint
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Please can all my CSP colleagues make sure all details are correct online .... Watch this space for the next step by the @csp @GwawrJob @RachelBlears @hannahmn81 @HW_Neurophysio @Kate__campion @GeriEvans1 @trphysio_msk @PooFaceMcJones8 @_JadeClark
Not good enough.
And a reminder that @thecsp members need to ensure their membership details are up to date so we can consult widely on this
Rachel Blears retweeted
Waiting for the discharge to be safe❓
Waiting for the physio ax before 'allowing' the patient to walk❓
Waiting for the results of one more test before they can go home❓
If you wait for zero risk. The patient never stops waiting❗#EndPjparalysis
Rachel Blears retweeted
Hospital acquired deconditioning (HAD) is often an avoidable harm that we can manage better! Why aren't we measured on this. And if we were do you think HAD would reduce? Resulting in improved function, reduced delirium, maintained muscle mass, and more ppl returning home
Rachel Blears retweeted
Desperately seeking some expert advice, or the recommendation of a physician who has knowledge of managing GI Amyloidosis (AL). Doesn’t have to be UK based. #amyloidosis #giamyloidosis #ALamyloidosis
Rachel Blears retweeted
Concerned about encouraging the unsteady patient to walk in case they fall?
They'll only become more unsteady the longer you wait.
The clinical evidence is in your favour to take the risk.
#Deconditioning = harm, despite the perceived lack of 'trauma'.
#endPJparalysis
Rachel Blears retweeted
Comprehensive geriatric assessments allow for identification of the multidimensional aspects of older patients care. Use of a CGA allows more accurate diagnosis as well as making a treatment plan that takes into account what matters most to those we treat! posters.geriemeurope.eu/post…
Rachel Blears retweeted
Would love to hear from therapists (OT/PT) working in acute frailty with regards to what outcome measures you are using..please get in touch if you have any that you would recommend…thanks #acutefrailty #frailty #occupationaltherapy #physiotherapy #outcomemeasures
Rachel Blears retweeted
Just one week since our #frailty service started and the impact of targeted #CGA and early #therapy at the front door on patient outcomes is striking…can’t wait to see what’s to come @chatterjee_in @RachelBlears @Natasha08632160
Rachel Blears retweeted
Have a look at these great bite size videos for families on all aspects of early years development conwy.gov.uk/en/Resident/Soc…
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Read why this Betsi Cadwaladr advanced clinical practitioner in children’s physiotherapy is being recognised by Great Ormond Street Hospital here: bipbc.gig.cymru/newyddion/ne…
Rachel Blears retweeted
Our fantastic front door team had the opportunity to present to the ED doctors today...spreading the word about #homefirst #everydaycounts Thanks for all your hard work @RachelBlears @alana_ot @OtCeri @lizwilliams85 @Sandranaughton2
Rachel Blears retweeted
Frailty Awareness Week day 2 - promoting our 5Ps of Frailty. P2:Personalised Care Planning - ask What Matters To You (now in EPR) and undertake an MDT assessment to tailor care @AcuteFrailty @frailtyjourney @Debbiebertfield @RoyalFreeNHS @KVangucci @DeborahBalkwill
Rachel Blears retweeted
Pathfinder has demonstrated that there is a safe alternative to ED conveyance for older people following low-acuity EMS calls. A model which could be spread, with local adaptation, nationally & internationally.
Read this article by members of IFEM GEMSIG: ifem.cc/pathfinder
Rachel Blears retweeted
The very concerning impact of bed rest on our older people❤❤❤#EndPJparalysis #dressedisbest !!
Rachel Blears retweeted
One of saddest sights for me is frail patients having to spend their last 100 days in hospital because nowhere for them to go & be well cared for in a homelike setting. Delayed Discharges can deny people of their right to a calm loved non clinical end of life. @drkathrynmannix – at Oban, Scotland
Rachel Blears retweeted
#Frailty is a long term spectrum disorder and a condition characterised by lost biological reserves across multiple systems #SoOGeriatrics2021
Rachel Blears retweeted
🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 Leading experts in #frailty launch the #SilverBook2 in collaboration with the BGS. This free online resource addresses the specific needs of older people in the first 72 hours of an #urgentcare episode bgs.org.uk/policy-and-media/…
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Our amazing acute OT team at Glan Clwyd Hospital - using their skills to help do what matters for our patients. Recognising the value of patients time now more than ever..#occupationaltherapy #thisiswhatmatters @BCUHBBest bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-5247…