Category: Sports
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The 2017 Excellence Awards are now open!
The FHT Excellence Awards were launched to showcase the enterprising and innovative work being carried out by practising complementary, beauty and sports therapists, as well as those setting the bar in education. At the FHT, we know the most rewarding aspect of your therapy work is seeing the difference you make to others. Dedicating yourself…
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Sports therapist Nicholas Flanagan reveals why he chose a career in care
Following the release of the FHT’s second ‘My therapist helps me…’ case study, we have caught up with sports therapist Nicholas Flanagan who revealed why he chose a career in care. Why did you decide to train as a sports therapist? ‘I started my journey on a…
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2017 FHT Training Congress: tickets are selling fast!
There are just 5 weeks left to go before the FHT will be celebrating all things holistic at the Holistic Health UK show! Tickets for the 2017 FHT Training Congress are selling fast, with over 100 delegates already booked to attend a variety of seminars from 32 industry experts. Don’t miss your opportunity to attend. Seminar topics…
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MND Association needs complementary therapists
The Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association is on the look-out for trained therapists to volunteer at high profile events this year. Every year, high numbers of the public raise money in support of those with MND, including at the London Marathon in April and Prudential Ride London in July. The MND Association is in need of…
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Kevin’s story: My therapist helps me…
In the second in a series of case studies, the FHT looks at how sports therapy has helped real life client Kevin. To promote the health benefits of different therapies and direct people to the FHT’s independently Accredited Register when looking for a therapist, the FHT has…
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FHT 2017 Training Congress launched!
We’re thrilled to reveal that this year’s 2017 FHT Training Congress will be held at the Holistic Health show, 21 – 22 May, at the NEC Birmingham. Featuring 32 educational sessions of CPD training over the two day event, the Training Congress is a fantastic opportunity to network, learn the latest therapy trends, grow your business…
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International Therapist Autumn 2016, Issue 118
The Autumn issue of International Therapist is on its way to members… This issue includes articles by: Christopher Bagot – what our eyes tell us about our overall health; Alison Battisby – how to build a tribe and grow your business on Facebook; Ziggie Bergman – an introduction to the Zone Face Lift; Dr Craig Brown –…
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Golfers are more likely to have unusually shaped hip-joints
A number of elite golfers have been found to have unusual hips, according to a study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. The study from the University of Warwick examined the hips of 55 elite players, using MRI scans and aimed to ‘assess the morphology and pathology of golfers’ hips comparing lead and…
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Sports massage is added to FHT’s independently accredited register for complementary healthcare therapists
The FHT is pleased to announce that sports massage has been added to its Accredited Register, which is independently approved by the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care, a body accountable to Parliament. FHT members who hold a qualification in sports massage, accepted by the FHT for membership and insurance purposes, will now…
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Therapy Expo is back! And the FHT are proud partners for 2016
This year’s conference programme boasts over 40 hours of CPD education, including five dedicated education streams, covering: MSK, neuro rehabilitation, sports injuries, biomechanics and acute care and business development. This is your opportunity to experience a clinical programme, delivered by a wealth of expert speakers, including: Paul Coker, Mike Antoniades and Mike Karski, and to…
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Stand out from the crowd with a 2016 FHT Excellence Award
An FHT Excellence Award let new clients and existing clients know that you have been rewarded by your professional association for exceptional work as a complementary, beauty or sports therapist. 2015 Winner – Aine Lavery (right) Winners will receive a special logo to use on their marketing materials, a £250 personal cheque, plus a trophy and certificate…
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Support MND Association at the London Marathon
Calling all qualified Body/Sports Massage FHT members. Last minute space on therapy team supporting MND Association at the London Marathon – can you help? Date: Sunday 24 April, 2016 Venue: Regus Building, 1 Northumberland Avenue, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5BW Schedule: 11.15am on-site briefing 12.00pm lunch 13.00-13.30pm (approx) first few runners could start coming through…
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