<![CDATA[The P&O Research Brief]]>https://the-prosthetics-and-ortho-tlyee1.jellypod.comPowered by Jellypod (https://www.jellypod.com)Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:54:12 GMTSat, 18 Apr 2026 23:09:29 GMTyes5ef6625d-4158-424f-91dd-7b3d883f83bcBAPOThe Prosthetics and Orthotics Research Brief is a podcast series from the British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics (BAPO). It was created primarily for prosthetic and orthotic students, apprentices and new graduates as they develop confidence in uThe Prosthetics and Orthotics Research Brief is a podcast series from the British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics (BAPO). It was created primarily for prosthetic and orthotic students, apprentices and new graduates as they develop confidence in understanding and applying research. Each episode takes a published research paper and breaks it down into clear, practical insights, helping learners understand not only what the study found, but how the research was conducted, why the methods matter and what the findings might mean in practice. The series is designed to make research feel accessible rather than intimidating. Episodes explain key terminology, research methods, and clinical concepts in plain language. This series does not critique each paper; rather, it introduces learners to relevant research in an easy-to-understand format. While the focus is on papers directly relevant to prosthetics and orthotics, the series also includes wider health research, rehabilitation, biomechanics, education, methodology, and service delivery topics when they offer useful lessons for P&O learners. By connecting research evidence to prosthetic and orthotic practice, the podcast aims to help future P&O clinicians become thoughtful practitioners. Although developed with learners in mind, the series may also support practising clinicians, educators, researchers, and the wider prosthetic and orthotic workforce who want a way to stay engaged with emerging evidence and professional development. Note: BAPO is not endorsing the findings of any research paper; it is up to the listener to explore further and develop their own understanding of available research. AI has been used to support this podcast series. All content has been reviewed by the BAPO team before its inclusion in the podcast.episodicBAPOfeed+4363ccb8@podcasts.jellypod.comfalse<![CDATA[Orthotic Care After Stroke: Building UK Consensus]]>https://the-prosthetics-and-ortho-tlyee1.jellypod.com/episodes/07ddf5ff-2445-4d13-a352-c27cea69f15507ddf5ff-2445-4d13-a352-c27cea69f155Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT44This episode explores a UK eDelphi study that established professional consensus on best practice for orthotic assessment, prescription and delivery after stroke. Ava and David discuss the five themes in the framework, the role of early and regular orthotist involvement, and the service and workforce challenges of turning expert recommendations into routine care. The full paper is: Golding-Day M, Thomas S, Whitehead P, Horne J, Walker M. Professional consensus on UK national statements of best practice for ways of working to deliver orthotic interventions after stroke: an eDelphi study. J Rehabil Med. 2026 Mar 4;58:jrm44360. doi: 10.2340/jrm.v58.44360. PMID: 41782404; PMCID: PMC12969779.

]]>BAPOThis episode explores a UK eDelphi study that established professional consensus on best practice for orthotic assessment, prescription and delivery after stroke. Ava and David discuss the five themes in the framework, the role of early and regular orthotThis episode explores a UK eDelphi study that established professional consensus on best practice for orthotic assessment, prescription and delivery after stroke. Ava and David discuss the five themes in the framework, the role of early and regular orthotist involvement, and the service and workforce challenges of turning expert recommendations into routine care. The full paper is: Golding-Day M, Thomas S, Whitehead P, Horne J, Walker M. Professional consensus on UK national statements of best practice for ways of working to deliver orthotic interventions after stroke: an eDelphi study. J Rehabil Med. 2026 Mar 4;58:jrm44360. doi: 10.2340/jrm.v58.44360. PMID: 41782404; PMCID: PMC12969779.false00:09:32full<![CDATA[Why Time Matters in Amputation Care]]>https://the-prosthetics-and-ortho-tlyee1.jellypod.com/episodes/8e0f0a81-9151-4edb-823d-578d22f5bad38e0f0a81-9151-4edb-823d-578d22f5bad3Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:00:01 GMT33This episode explores a qualitative study, exploring patient and family narratives on the platform Care Opinion, revealing how professionalism, dignity, emotional labour, and quality outcomes shape amputation rehabilitation. It also examines how delays, rushed discharges, and poor follow-up can undo even excellent clinical care.

Read the full article:

Hanna, E. and Robert, G. (2021). Understanding amputation care in England and Scotland: A qualitative exploration of patient stories posted on an online patient feedback site. Disability and rehabilitation, 44(23), pp.7217–7225. https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2021.1988154

]]>BAPOThis episode explores a qualitative study, exploring patient and family narratives on the platform Care Opinion, revealing how professionalism, dignity, emotional labour, and quality outcomes shape amputation rehabilitation. It also examines how delays, rThis episode explores a qualitative study, exploring patient and family narratives on the platform Care Opinion, revealing how professionalism, dignity, emotional labour, and quality outcomes shape amputation rehabilitation. It also examines how delays, rushed discharges, and poor follow-up can undo even excellent clinical care. Read the full article: Hanna, E. and Robert, G. (2021). Understanding amputation care in England and Scotland: A qualitative exploration of patient stories posted on an online patient feedback site. Disability and rehabilitation, 44(23), pp.7217–7225. https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2021.1988154false00:07:11full<![CDATA[Can Leadership Unite the AHP Workforce?]]>https://the-prosthetics-and-ortho-tlyee1.jellypod.com/episodes/dbed91d4-846d-4bf6-af6e-d90b53f789b3dbed91d4-846d-4bf6-af6e-d90b53f789b3Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:04 GMT22This episode explores how leadership shapes professional identity across the 14 allied health professions in the NHS, and why a shared AHP collective does not emerge automatically. It also examines how visibility, connection and representation can either strengthen belonging or leave early career clinicians feeling excluded.

]]>BAPOThis episode explores how leadership shapes professional identity across the 14 allied health professions in the NHS, and why a shared AHP collective does not emerge automatically. It also examines how visibility, connection and representation can either This episode explores how leadership shapes professional identity across the 14 allied health professions in the NHS, and why a shared AHP collective does not emerge automatically. It also examines how visibility, connection and representation can either strengthen belonging or leave early career clinicians feeling excluded.false00:14:58full<![CDATA[The Biomechanical Optimisation of AFOs - why is it important?]]>https://the-prosthetics-and-ortho-tlyee1.jellypod.com/episodes/8b8ff6df-1506-49e6-9087-43e3d4196f948b8ff6df-1506-49e6-9087-43e3d4196f94Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT11Ava and David unpack Elaine Owen’s influential 2010 biomechanics paper on lower-limb orthotic design, revealing why an optimum shank-to-vertical angle is essential for efficient gait. They also explore how tuning the ankle-foot orthosis-footwear combination can stabilise the knee, preserve trunk glide, and improve outcomes for patients with gait abnormalities.

]]>BAPOAva and David unpack Elaine Owen’s influential 2010 biomechanics paper on lower-limb orthotic design, revealing why an optimum shank-to-vertical angle is essential for efficient gait. They also explore how tuning the ankle-foot orthosis-footwear combinatiAva and David unpack Elaine Owen’s influential 2010 biomechanics paper on lower-limb orthotic design, revealing why an optimum shank-to-vertical angle is essential for efficient gait. They also explore how tuning the ankle-foot orthosis-footwear combination can stabilise the knee, preserve trunk glide, and improve outcomes for patients with gait abnormalities.false00:09:01full