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Upcoming Webinars:
Webinar #3: Vertebral Fragility Fractures
Join Us for this essential webinar on Vertebral Fragility Fractures with Professor Kassim Javaid and Mike Carpenter
Tuesday 24th February 2026 at 7:30pm
Registration at: https://NSNWebinars-VFF.eventbrite.co.uk
Registration Fee:
NSN Members: £2.00
Non-members: £5.00
Please join us as we look to explore the identification and management of spinal vertebral fragility fractures (VFF), in line with the recently published GIRFT VFF pathway https://gettingitrightfirsttime.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/VFF-pathway-FINAL-July-2025.html
We are delighted to be joined by Professor Kassim Javaid, a consultant rheumatologist and researcher from Oxford University Hospitals trust and University of Oxford. His research areas are in epidemiology and adult metabolic bone disease focusing vitamin D, osteoporosis, secondary fracture prevention and rare bone diseases. He will be discussing the assessment and diagnosis of VFF.
This will be followed by a review of the conservative management of VFF, which will be led by Mike Carpenter. Mike is a Consultant Physiotherapist and works across a number of community MSK services, as Head of Clinical Delivery for Cora Health. He will look to explore concepts of patient engagement and adherence related to specific spinal rehabilitation in the context of VFF.
All registered delegates will have a recording of the webinar attached to their Eventbrite ticket (will be made available within 24 hours).
Please note - refunds for this event are not possible, unless event is cancelled.
Stay sharp. Stay informed. Tune in!
Previous Webinars:
Webinar #2: Spinal Infection
Don’t Miss This Insightful Webinar on Spinal Infections with Tom Watt
Thursday 27 November 2025 at 7:30pm
Registration at: https://NSNWebinars-SpinalInfection.eventbrite.co.uk (CLOSED)
Registration Fee:
NSN Members: £2.00
Non-members: £5.00
Tom Watt is a Consultant Physiotherapist at Salford Care Organisation – a tertiary centre for spinal surgery and major trauma in the Northwest of England. With a specialist interest in spinal infections, Tom was instrumental in developing regional services and clinical pathways to support the management of this complex patient group.
In this dynamic webinar, Tom explores the topic of spinal infections by bridging the gap between theory, literature, and real-world clinical data. He will also share insights from his innovative work in establishing a regional Virtual Spinal Infection Ward – an approach aimed at improving care coordination and patient outcomes.
With rising litigation around the management of these patients, this session will help you to sharpen your clinical reasoning and improve your confidence in early recognition, whilst promoting safe, evidence-based practice. It will also provide a platform to connect with peers and share ideas to support service development across pathways and settings.
All registered delegates will have a recording of the webinar attached to their Eventbrite ticket (will be made available within 24 hours).
Webinar #1: Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES)
Join Us for a Must-Watch Webinar on Cauda Equina Syndrome with Michelle Angus & Damien Kimber
Thursday 2 October 2025 at 7:30pmRegister today at: https://NSNWebinars-CES.eventbrite.co.uk (CLOSED)
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a high-stakes clinical challenge - and getting the diagnosis right, matters. In this engaging and thought-provoking webinar, Consultant Physiotherapist Michelle Angus brings her clinical expertise and insight to the forefront. With a focus on real-world case studies, Michelle will guide you through the complexities of CES assessment, highlighting common challenges, red flags, and decision-making dilemmas. Additionally, APPN Spine community of practice lead, Damien Kimber, will share his experience and insight on CES within the Pakistani community, focussing on the cultural and linguistic challenges of screening non-English speaking patients.
Expect practical advice on probing questions, understanding current guidance, and improving your confidence in identifying low-risk patients - without getting lost in unnecessary detail. Designed to encourage interaction and reflection, this session is ideal for anyone involved in spinal care or emergency assessment.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from national leaders in advanced physiotherapy practice and spine care.
All registered delegates will have a recording of the webinar attached to their Eventbrite ticket (will be made available within 24 hours).