Emeritus Professor, University of Otago; Editor, Physical Therapy Reviews. Kia kaha, kia maia, kia manawanui
Joined February 2012
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May 28
#AgeingWell - importance of physical activity recognised by UK MPs
csp.org.uk/news/2026-05-27-m… #Hashtag
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May 25
#AgeingWell 👇👇👇 Exercise as (the best) medicine
May 23
Exercise does far more than build strength or endurance—it activates molecular pathways that help regenerate muscle, heart, and brain tissue.
Understanding these signals could pave the way for “exercise mimetics” that bring regenerative benefits to those unable to exercise. 🧬🏃 #Exercise #RegenerativeMedicine #HealthyAging @WuTsaiAlliance
nature.com/articles/s41392-0…
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May 25
So true, but just to note #Permacession is now a global phenomenon... (due in no small part to behviour of the Orange TACO) @TheAtlantic
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‘Advanced practice physiotherapists are highly trained, regulated practitioners who provide expert care to patients in a range of settings across the NHS.
‘Their skills, knowledge and expertise complement what other professions bring to teams treating patients and have an exceptionally strong record on safety.'
The CSP has responded strongly to media claims over the weekend around the safety of advanced practice roles in the NHS.
Read more: csp.org.uk/news/2026-05-09-d…
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The advanced practice role/title itself lacks separate statutory regulation, protected title status, and profession-specific regulatory standards.
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May 7
Sir David is absolutely fine. Here's the article they were promoting: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp3p…
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May 5
When you eat is important… systematic review and network meta-analysis bmjmedicine.bmj.com/content/…
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Apr 27
Combining sunbathing with rodent patrol
(Photo @PoliticalPics)
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Apr 23
Happy St George's Day!! 🏴🌹
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Apr 23
‘The poor and middle pay taxes, the rich pay accountants, the very rich pay lawyers – and the ultra-rich pay politicians.’ And the impacts are profound: including impacts on health, on social cohesion, and the climate. theguardian.com/commentisfre…
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Apr 22
Story of the day - the kindness of strangers at the Boston marathon (including a runner from North Down AC). 🏃🏾
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Apr 22
No words….
Apr 22
A photo is worth a thousand words…
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Apr 21
Congratulations on the centenary of the birth of Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ ❤️
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