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Postdoctoral Consultant Physiotherapist - Haemophilia/ Bleeding Disorders | Royal Free Hospital London | Research Dept Haematology UCL

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Paul McLaughlin @physiopaul.bsky.social · Nov 18

Got there in the end- final paper from my PhD just published! Pain management in haemophilia is complex & an exercise approach may help - understanding nuance and individuality can inform the 'why' but we must measure 'success' better! doi.org/10.1186/s408...

Exercise-based telerehabilitation for the management of chronic pain in people with severe haemophilia: a mixed-methods feasibility study - Pilot and Feasibility Studies

Background Chronic pain is reported by between 30 and 71% of people with haemophilia (PWH). Exercise is shown to be effective for pain management in other arthritides, but it remains unclear if such a...

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Sep 11

The EAHAD 2026 AHP Day programme is live! Explore the sessions and prepare for the latest in haemophilia science and care: eahadcongress.com/allied-healt...

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Sep 4

📰 Check the recently published article “Gap Analysis Investigating Healthcare Professionals’ Skills and Knowledge for Pain Management in Haemophilia - A Qualitative Study”. 🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... @haemophilia.bsky.social

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Haemophilia Chartered Physiotherapy Association @hcpa.bsky.social · Sep 8

#WorldPTDay we highlight the importance of physiotherapy for those living with a #bleedingdisorder #haemophilia Specialized, personalised and supported care from childhood through to later in life, promoting and enabling participation and physical activity for all.

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Aug 6

Calling all physiotherapists with experience in inherited bleeding disorders! The #EMPOWER study, led by 2024 Research Grant recipient Megan Kennedy, highlights the often-overlooked experiences of PTs caring for women and girls with BD. Take the survey tcdhealthsciences.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Aug 1

🩸Abstract submissions for EAHAD 2026 will open soon! Get organised and start compiling your latest findings ahead of time: eahadcongress.com/abstract-sub...

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International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis @isth.org · Jul 22

🚨 New in @rpth.bsky.social: “Gene-based therapies for hemophilia” offers a clear, visual overview of gene therapy for hemophilia A and B, now available #openaccess.

🔗 Read the full article & be sure to follow @rpth.bsky.social: www.rpthjournal.org/article/S2475-0379(25)00194-3/fulltext

Gene-based therapies for hemophilia

Gene therapy is a transformative approach to treating genetic disorders in order to improve disease outcomes for patients. Hemophilia A and B are inherited genetic disorders caused by mutations in the...

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Jul 16

🩸 Join the EAHAD community and play an active role in advancing care for #haemophilia and allied disorders. Gain access to exclusive benefits, including discounted registration for #EAHAD2026 in Dublin! 🔗 Sign up today: www.eahad.org/become-a-mem...

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Orla McCourt @orlamccourt.bsky.social · Jul 8

Scoping review highlighting lack of #rehabilitation research in POEMS syndrome,
Led by NHNN physio Lucy Johnson, published in @clinicalrehab.bsky.social

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A scoping review: POEMS syndrome (Polyneuropathy, Organomegaly, Endocrinopathy, Monoclonal plasma cell disorder and Skin Changes), physical recovery, and rehabilitation - Lucy Johnson, Shirley D’Sa, G...

Objective POEMS syndrome is a rare and treatable plasma cell disorder. Although medical advances have improved survival, polyneuropathy – which impairs both sen...

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Jul 7

🎥 Prof. Niamh O’Connell, President of #EAHAD2026, welcomes you to the journey toward Dublin. Watch her short message to the haemophilia community:
🔗 eahadcongress.com

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Jul 1

The 19th Annual Congress of EAHAD is taking place in Dublin from 3 - 6 February 2026. Join experts in #haemophilia and allied disorders for four days of science, connection, and impact. Explore the website: eahadcongress.com
#EAHAD2026

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Paul McLaughlin @physiopaul.bsky.social · Jun 28

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New research plan for Welsh nurses and midwives | DECIPHerCentre posted on the topic | LinkedIn

📢 A new research action plan has been launched for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals in Wales. ✅ Commissioned by Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government, the plan aims to strengthen resea...

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Dave Jones @welshgasdoc.bsky.social · Jun 26

Every single person is a heart beat, a car crash or an infection away from acquiring a lifelong disability and needing support.

Ring fencing PIP to those who already receive it is, paradoxically, even more unfair than the original proposal. #Newsnight

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Jun 24

👏 A truly encouraging session today at the #ISTHCongress on the ISTH haemophilia guidelines. The open and constructive dialogue reflects the progress we’ve made collectively as a global community. This evolving landscape highlights the value of collaboration and mutual respect among all stakeholders

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Jun 22

🤝 We are pleased to announce that EAHAD has signed an MoU with @isth.org reaffirming our commitment to supporting the bleeding disorders community. This is the result of early efforts and continued dialogue from our side, supported with enthusiasm by our ISTH colleagues!

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · Jun 2

🩺 Calling all nurses in #haemophilia & bleeding disorders! The EAHAD Nurses Committee is looking for one new member to join for a three-year term starting September 2025! 📅 Don’t wait and apply now: www.eahad.org/call-for-app...

EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · May 20

📣 Are you a nurse active in the field of #haemophilia and BD? 🩸The EAHAD Nurses Committee is looking for a new member to join for a 3-year term! 🌍

📅 Term starts: September 2025
🔗 Apply today: www.eahad.org/call-for-app...
#EAHADVacancy

Call for Applications: EAHAD Nurses Committee

The European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders is inviting haemophilia nurses to apply for one (1) post on its Nurses Committee. The position is for a three-year term that would begin i...

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NEJM.org @nejm.org · Jun 1

Late breaking at #ASCO25:

A 3-year structured exercise program after adjuvant chemotherapy for colon cancer improved disease-free and overall survival, physical functioning, and fitness, as compared with health education alone. Full CHALLENGE phase 3 trial: nej.md/4mh5RPL

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · May 30

🔍Rethink the way you search! Join Wichor Bramer, Biomedical Information Specialist, for a hands-on session on literature searches. A unique collaboration between the Nurses Committees of @wfhemophilia @isth and #EAHAD 📺: academy.eahad.org/eahad/2025/n...

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · May 6

In light of recent decisions by several pharmaceutical companies to pause, scale back, or discontinue their haemophilia gene therapy programs, the International Society on @isth.org #WFH and #EAHAD have issued a formal Call-to-Action.📄 Read the full statement here: www.isth.org/news/699516/

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EAHAD - European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorder @eahad.bsky.social · May 2

#PhysiotherapyNews 📚 The Clinical Practice Guideline for Physiotherapy in Haemophilia is now available in Italian 🇮🇹 in addition to English, French and Dutch! 🔗 www.eahad.org/eahad-projec...
🔬 Thanks to UMC Utrecht, EAHAD PT Committee, and European experts

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Haemophilia Chartered Physiotherapy Association @hcpa.bsky.social · Apr 24

At #wfhccs in Dubai one of our UK physiotherapists Melanie Bladen speaking on the international expert panel discussing the importance of periodic visits for people with #BleedingDisorders #physiotherapy #mskcare #medsky

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Haemophilia Chartered Physiotherapy Association @hcpa.bsky.social · Apr 24

#wfhccs UK and Ireland physiotherapists Richard Davis & Mark McGowan share their work in the poster hall #physiotherapy #bleedingdisorders
Developing physiotherapy guidelines for iliopsoas haematomas and Adapting physiotherapy approaches for older patients with #haemophilia

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Haemophilia Chartered Physiotherapy Association @hcpa.bsky.social · Apr 24

Professor David Stephensen, UK physiotherapist sharing his work at #wfhccs on identifying performance based outcome measures of physical function in #haemophilia #physiotherapy moving towards core outcomes in #BleedingDisorders

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cathyah1980.bsky.social @cathyah1980.bsky.social · Apr 17

Fancy a new venture in #nursing? Why not come take a look at joining the @SheffieldHosp #haemostasis team as a #TTP & #BleedingDisorders specialist nurses? Give us a call, come meet the team. Lots of opportunities for development in this exciting field
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Sheffield Teaching Hospital

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Greg Fell @felly500.bsky.social · Apr 9

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Oh dear me

What @mgtmccartney.bsky.social said, basically.......

Prescribing parkrun: medicalising a walk in the park

The National Academy for Social Prescribing has recently announced that over 1800 general practices have joined “the parkrun practice initiative,” saying that this has “proven highly effective in prom...

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