Physiotherapists network

Physiotherapist treats patientThe Prince’s Foundation for Integrated Health is very pleased to invite you to sign up to the Physiotherapists Integrated Health Network.
The aim of the Foundation is to bring together a range of Health Professionals including Physiotherapists, Doctors, Pharmacists, Nurses and Complementary healthcare practitioners, in order to encourage discussion and engagement between the professions to promote wellness and a healthy lifestyle through holistic care.

Physiotherapists already practice many modes of treatment such as acupuncture within their scope of practice as part of a holistic management plan.

There are just three criteria for signing up to the network:

  • A willingness to discuss complementary therapies, their appropriateness, safety and effectiveness. 
  •  An emphasis on patient partnership and holistic care, recognising the importance of the therapeutic relationship between patient and clinician. 
  •  A focus on personal responsibility, personal health and an appreciation of the role of the individual in health and well-being.

During 2009 the Foundation will be developing three streams of work to support and enable Physiotherapists and other clinicians who are interested in and are practicing integrated health and care to:

  • Look at education and plan to develop a course for Physiotherapists wanting to know more about complementary medicine.
  • Work towards FIH becoming a centre of information for Physiotherapists and other health professionals on complementary medicine research.
  • Provide support to clinicians practicing integrated health and care and ensure that we support health providers through the introduction of a Foundation Kitemark.

We will also be providing regular newsletters and communication updates on specific complementary therapies.  

Clinical Lead: Sarah Bazin, OBE, FCSP
Email: contactus@fih.org.uk

 

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