Randomised controlled trial shows back pain app outperforms standard-of-care treatment across all medical outcomes
In the largest independent randomised controlled trial (RCT) of its type, a multimodal app-based therapy program for patients with non-specific low back pain has outperformed…
Research shows many over-70s are tech-savvy but left out in the design of online public sector services
Despite older people embracing technology to take advantage of online services, a new study from Civica has found that just 31 percent of public sector…
UK’s leading stroke charity warns research faces long-term threat due to coronavirus pandemic
According to the Stroke Association, almost three-quarters of stroke research projects funded by the charity have been suspended because of the coronavirus pandemic. Moreover, the…
Largest ever virtual physio study shows it is just as effective as in-person treatment
A new study of 27,000 virtual physiotherapy patients has concluded that digital physiotherapy must become a significant part of the treatment mix post-coronavirus, after results…
CQC to carry out reviews of how health and social care providers are working collaboratively in local areas
To help providers of health and social care services learn from the experience of responding to the COVID-19 pandemic across England, the Care Quality Commission…
Charities call on government to change housing regulations as only 16% of wheelchair users live in accessible homes
Two leading charities, the Centre for Ageing Better and Habinteg, are calling on the UK Government to focus on the quality of housing in England,…
Venues urged to make facilities accessible for disabled people as lockdown measures ease
User experience and digital agency Sigma is calling for greater consideration in the design of in-store distancing and safety measures, as venues reopening their facilities…
Research shows over two-thirds of people in England ready to help improve health and social care post-COVID-19
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Healthwatch England have launched a new campaign, which calls on people who access health and social care services to…
Survey shows serious impact of lockdown and social distancing measures on people with sight loss
A survey by eye research charity Fight for Sight has found that four in 10 people with sight loss fear their sight will further deteriorate…
52 percent of over-45s think coronavirus crisis will act as catalyst for social care reform
Published by Just Group, a new report has detailed whether over-45s believe the coronavirus pandemic will act as a catalyst for social care reform. Entitled…