The l989 Essay Competition

what more sedate and luckily were in English.’ These included topics such as neuroanatomy, child development, sports physiotherapy, reflector i a I breathing massage and sling suspension. Hospital visits included the two main hospitals in Coburg. One is a general hospital, the other a specialised orthopaedic hospital. We spent some time at both these, watching the German students treat some of their patients. Other places we visited were a spinal injuries unit at Bayreuth, a very modern rehabilitation centre at Munich which was aimed mainly at the treatment of stroke patients and head injuries, and a centre for

physically/mentally disabled children. Over the two weeks we also managed to squeeze in some sight-seeing and socialising. We had a very interesting trip to the border with East Germany. We also spent two days in Munich where we visited the Olympic Stadium which held the 1974 Games. Social events included a champagne reception at Coburg Castle, a summer party at the school and several visits to local eating and drinking establishments. So, all in all, the Coburg Summer-school was a great success. I thoroughly enjoyed myself. It was very interesting, a great way of meeting people and very recommendable.

Globetrotters’ Gen The Education Department at the CSP has prepared a comprehensive database for physiotherapists going to developing countries. It contains details of courses, resources, publications, low-cost aids and so on. This would be a valuable first step in preparation for an elective in a developing country. For those going on electives in a ‘developed’ country, the CSP holds files with basic information. Most Embassies or High Commissions will be pleased to provide details of their countries‘ health care systems.

JANET JOHNSON

Withinpton Hospital School ot Phyhiotherapy. Manchcstcr

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The El89 Essay Competition TITLE

Physiotherapist: Team member or solo performer? 1,500 - 2,000 words

TWO CATEGORIES OF ENTRIES 1. QUALIFIED SUBSCRIBING CSP MEMBERS

2. STUDENT MEMBERS OF THE CSP

El00 prize in each category - - +$;-

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To enter the competition, please send your essay, of no more than 2,000 words, to ‘Essay Competition’, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, 14 Bedford Row, London WClR 4ED. Complete and attach this form, but do not write your name on the essay itself. Closing date for receipt of entries: Wednesday, May 31, 1989.

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Entries will be acknowledged with a postcard, b u t will not be returned unless this is specifically requested. Winning entries will be published in Physiotherapy. The judges’ decision will be final. ~

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