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Why do we pick certain treatments and does the evidence support chiropractic and physiotherapist interventions . You can find Catherine here : @Catherine_Chiro https://chiropractic-uk.co.uk/ Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

I try to understand the role of chiropractors in a healthcare space while exploring some of the barriers between physiotherapy and chiropractic. Catherine shows me where the similarities in the profession lie and where their differences can be clear.  You can find Catherine here : @Catherine_Chiro https://chiropractic-uk.co.uk/ Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

The majority of hospitals in the Uk use the NEWS2 scale but do you understand why each of the parameters is important and what can they tell us about human physiology and pathophysiology? More importantly, why it is essential physios and healthcare professionals should know about each component of the scale for more informed clinical decisions. References/bibliography  Williams, B. (2019) “The National Early Warning Score 2 (NEWS2) in patients with hypercapnic respiratory failure,” Clinical Medicine, 19(1), pp. 94–95. Available at: https://doi.org/10.7861/clinmedicine.19-1-94. Gopinathannair, R., Sullivan, R.M. and Olshansky, B. (2008) “Slower heart rates for Healthy Hearts,” Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology, 1(5), pp. 321–323. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1161/circep.108.835264. Hobohm, L. et al. (2020) “Definition of tachycardia for risk stratification of pulmonary embolism,” European Journal of Internal Medicine, 82, pp. 76–82. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejim.2020.08.009. Royal College of Physicians National Early Warning Score (NEWS) 2: Standardising the assessment of acute-illness severity in the NHS. Updated report of a working party London: RCP, 2017. feel free to send me a message to clarify any thoughts or for more sources. Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

This episode summarizes some key points from a systematic review by Logan et al( 2022) that looks at what are the current non-pharmacological interventions that can be used to treat postural drop/Orthostatic hypotension.  I recommend you still go and look at the original piece of work to get the full context as well as the limitations that the study highlights for each of the treatments mentioned. link to full review -  Effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions to treat orthostatic hypotension in elderly people and people with a neurological condition: a systematic review   https://journals.lww.com/jbisrir/Fulltext/2020/12000/Effectiveness_of_non_pharmacological_interventions.4.aspx Logan, Angela1,2,3; Freeman, Jennifer1,3; Pooler, Jillian4; Kent, Bridie3,5; Gunn, Hilary1; Billings, Sarah6; Cork, Emma7; Marsden, Jonathan1,3. Effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions to treat orthostatic hypotension in elderly people and people with a neurological condition: a systematic review. JBI Evidence Synthesis 18(12):p 2556-2617, December 2020. | DOI: 10.11124/JBISRIR-D-18-00005 Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest:   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

Former CSP chair and current Vice president of the CSP Alex Mackenzie and I discuss the 2 main types of exploitation that happen within both private and NHS healthcare. Also what can trade unions such as the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists do to support victims of this, such as international recruits and migrants? Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

Chloe is an endurance athlete competing in triathlons, aquathlons, and other events, she also represents Great Britain in international races.  But why would a person subject themselves to a rigorous amount of training and push their bodies to the limits? We discuss what it takes behind the scenes to get to the point of completing these races that span hours and different terrains  Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)  

In this episode, we discuss a few more specific neurological conditions and how they are diagnosed in neuro clinics. As Gita is someone who has been involved and worked closely with teams that test for rare and common neurological conditions. Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

A discussion about the world of Neurology in healthcare serves as both an insightful episode on how patients are currently being treated to how well-equipped are clinicians. We discuss a few conditions such as Parkinson's disease, myositis, MS, Charcot Marie tooth and many more Neurological conditions    The management of progressing neurological conditions in healthcare and physiotherapy can often be complex so we try and explain what current research on neurological conditions details. Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

The evolution of   GP (General practice) has been happening over time and big changes have come. We discuss the many health professionals you may come in contact with when you go see your GP. From Physios, Nurses, pharmacists, and more. But why is this even important for a patient? This is part 2 of my conversation with Dr Selvaseelan Selvarajah. Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

Why are there attacks on Gps and health professionals, why are you having telephone calls with your GP,  what has changed in the NHS over the last year, should we just privatize the NHS . All these questions and more will be answered in today's podcast with a London GP Dr Selva, a person who has been advocating for health professionals and fighting back against the unjust media. Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topics To read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/ Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

How do we deal with traumatic experiences both Physical and Psychological today we discuss in part 2 of the conversation with Jodine the mental aspects of our response?Check out the first episode of the podcast Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topicsTo read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

What do these 3 constants have in common and how do they relate ?check out this podcast episode where I give a long monologue that is vaguely coherent, so I  hope you enjoy this podcast episode.Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topicsTo read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

A podcast diving into the mind of us and how we react to difficult situations and why we behave the way we do.You can Find Jodine here:www.mindadvantage.co.ukwww.instagram.com/mind.advantage/.  @Mindadvantage Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topicsTo read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

There is a change in the landscape of personal health and Sabrina and I attempt to figure out why this is happening to check out the first podcast with Sabrina for more information.To know more about Ann Gates you can check out her on Twitter as @exerciseworks  and the exercise works website here  Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topicsTo read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

Trust in Health and healthcare systems is at an all-time low. with a lot of finger-pointing, negative media, and concerns about the vaccine. The big question is Why?That is what Sabrina and I attempt to uncover in a very complex discussion Find Sabrina here https://www.instagram.com/physicalhealththerapy_/Some Interesting readings:https://www.cdc.gov/tuskegee/timeline.htmhttps://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/history/40-years-human-experimentation-america-tuskegee-study Vaccines and autism:https://www.cdc.gov/vaccinesafety/concerns/autism.htmlVideos To Watch :Wisecrack: https://youtu.be/egXV7H1CKngMake sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topicsTo read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

How can we invest in our health the same we have pensions, savings, and stocks?Why do we struggle to think of the health of our future selves?The reason may be more direct than you expect Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topicsTo read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest :   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

In current society, regular medications are normalized, but there is always the debate of if we are taking too many.  In the sense that are there people on meds they do not really need and what are the possible future effects of this?In this podcast, we give an American view and a UK perspective on the current drugs and medication climate.Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topicsTo read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest:   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

In this interview with Justin, we go over some essential tips for applying for a health and care visa UK. Justin is an International Physiotherapist who applied for a Tier 2 visa in 2020 and is now changing to the Health and care visa in 2021.We go over some great tips and share our experiences about the process of applying for a Job as physiotherapists in the UK from an International student's perspective.These videos are going  to help you through the whole process starting from Job Applications all the way to Visa applications If you have any questions about Job applications, visa sponsorships, Job interviews, and more about Migrating to the UK particularly in the  healthcare space Find Justin on Twitter @JLTHphysioand myself @ruuqie and @rookshealthSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

 We talk a lot about empathy and trying to understand what patients and other people are going through. But until you are put in a situation where you are the patient and are at the mercy of medical professionals, it poses a very humbling experience.Recently I have been in the position of a patient and made me get a glimpse of what it's like to be on the receiving side of healthcare Overall this experience has helped me learn a few things about whats it's like to be vulnerable and be in a situation that you had very little to no control over and that sometimes.  Life just happens and that sometimes can be a hard reality some but there are those that have to live with life-changing events every day. Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topicsTo read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest:   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)

Toxicology the study of poison. How toxic do you think the water you drink is or the foods you eat ? or even some of your medications ?.In this podcast with Dr. Joe  a toxicologist we discuss all thing toxins which include:Which is better Tap vs Bottled waterDrug regulations Processed foods Supplements And a lot More Check out Dr joe on his website.  https://superiortoxicology.com/To know more about Ann Gates you can check out her on Twitter as @exerciseworks  and the exercise works website here  Make sure to check out www.rookshealth.com for more information and a deeper dive into this episode and more health and wellness topicsTo read more blog posts on each podcast episode check https://www.rookshealth.com/podcast/Find out more information about this podcast and more health debunk tips on social media @Rookshealth  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/rookshealth Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/rookshealth/?hl=en  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Rookshealth Pinterest:   https://www.pinterest.co.uk/rookshealth/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rookshealth)