British Association of Prosthetics & Orthotics - BAPO

British Association of Prosthetics & Orthotics - BAPO Empowering the Profession to Enable the User

The British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics was established to encourage high standards of prosthetic and orthotic practice. It is committed to Continued Professional Development and education to enhance standards of prosthetic and orthotic care.

We’re proud to announce that BAPO is sponsoring the BAPO Award for Evidencing Impact & Excellence in Prosthetics and Ort...
12/02/2026

We’re proud to announce that BAPO is sponsoring the BAPO Award for Evidencing Impact & Excellence in Prosthetics and Orthotics at the Advancing Healthcare Awards 2026 🏆

Do you, or someone you know, demonstrate outstanding impact, innovation, and excellence in prosthetics and orthotics?

This is your opportunity to be recognised on a national stage.

📅 Nominations are now open
🕔 Closing date: Monday 16th March 2026

Find out more and submit your entry 👉 www.ahawards.co.uk/uk/

Let’s celebrate excellence across our profession.

🌟 Rising Star Award – Proudly Sponsored by ÖssurWe’re excited to announce Össur as the proud sponsor of the Rising Star ...
12/02/2026

🌟 Rising Star Award – Proudly Sponsored by Össur

We’re excited to announce Össur as the proud sponsor of the Rising Star Award, celebrating emerging talent in prosthetics and orthotics.

This award recognises prosthetists, orthotists, technicians, support workers, and educators within their first five years of practice who are already making an impact through innovation, skill growth, and exceptional patient care.

Peers, mentors, and patients can nominate. Spotlight someone whose work inspires others and improves services.

👉 Nominate today: https://forms.office.com/e/UFmD3SQm0r
⏰ Nominations close 30th April

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BAPO Course: Improving Provision of Therapeutic Footwear - AVAILABLE Now!Limited spaces for 1st October & 21-22 October ...
12/02/2026

BAPO Course: Improving Provision of Therapeutic Footwear - AVAILABLE Now!

Limited spaces for 1st October & 21-22 October 2026. Don't miss out.

⭐OETT Funding available for this course!
Now open to BAPO members and non-members!

👉 For more information: https://ow.ly/MqcB50XgIiM

BAPO members tickets: https://ow.ly/YqEs50XgIiU

Non-members tickets: https://ow.ly/yet150XgIiO

We encourage practising Orthotists, who work in the UK, to apply for reimbursement from OETT (The Orthotic Education and Training Trust).

Prosthetic and orthotic (P&O) services change lives. This campaign is about making sure the public, decision-makers, and...
11/02/2026

Prosthetic and orthotic (P&O) services change lives. This campaign is about making sure the public, decision-makers, and politicians understand just how important these services, and the people who deliver them really are.

By sharing your voice, you are helping protect and promote the prosthetic and orthotic services that so many people rely on.

⭐Share a short quote
⭐Share a 30 -second video
⭐Share your story
⭐Share the campaign with the local media
⭐ Contact your MP





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11/02/2026

Your profession needs a voice. 🗣️

BAPO is the only UK body advocating for the prosthetic & orthotic workforce — and your membership makes it stronger.

P&O colleagues are you a member of BAPO?🦿✨

Our community is built on skill, compassion, and innovation and we’re stronger when we stand together 🤝

Becoming a BAPO member means:
🌍 Connecting with your professional network
📚 Accessing support, resources, and development
📢 Having a voice in the future of prosthetics and orthotics
💪 Championing the work we do every day
❤️ Supporting the people we serve

This is your chance to be part of something bigger.
YOUR profession.
YOUR community.
YOUR voice.
🎥 Watch the video to learn more about the benefits of joining YOUR professional body.

🌟 Now Open: Nominations for the Lifetime Achievement Award in Prosthetics & Orthotics 🌟Do you know someone whose career ...
11/02/2026

🌟 Now Open: Nominations for the Lifetime Achievement Award in Prosthetics & Orthotics 🌟

Do you know someone whose career has shaped the future of prosthetics and orthotics? Someone whose dedication, leadership, and innovation have made a lasting impact on patient care, education, or research?

The Lifetime Achievement Award in Prosthetics & Orthotics celebrates an individual who has made an outstanding, sustained contribution to the profession, honouring a lifetime of innovation, care, and impact.

👉 Nominate an inspiring leader today and help recognise excellence that has transformed lives and advanced our profession.
Nominations close April 30th 2026

For more information, and to nominate, visit: https://www.bapo.com/lifetime-achievement-award-in-prosthetics-orthotics/

🚀 New Connected Care Webinar – Now Open for Registration!🧠 Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression (MSCC): Post-Discharge Car...
11/02/2026

🚀 New Connected Care Webinar – Now Open for Registration!

🧠 Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression (MSCC): Post-Discharge Care
📌 Follow-up Pathways & Spinal Bracing

🗓 18/02/26
⏰ 12:00–1:00pm
💻 MS Teams

Join us for this Connected Care session exploring how structured post-discharge follow-up can bridge the gap between acute care and recovery for patients with MSCC.

The webinar will outline how the service was designed to improve patient outcomes and quality of life after hospital discharge, focusing on:
✔️ Holistic patient assessment
✔️ Ongoing clinical review
✔️ Spinal brace management
✔️ Coordinated, personalised support

👥 What you’ll learn:

The need for structured post-discharge follow-up in MSCC care

A holistic approach to MSCC patient assessment and support

The role of spinal bracing management after discharge

How post-discharge services enhance continuity of care and quality of life

📣 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from real-world service development and patient-centred practice.
Register here: 63b9a81f-aaad-4081-bd31-87434c7be5e9@b586c3c3-3854-4b2b-a74c-ced1534e9b7d" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/63b9a81f-aaad-4081-bd31-87434c7be5e9@b586c3c3-3854-4b2b-a74c-ced1534e9b7d

11/02/2026

Innovation meets human impact in Prosthetics and Orthotics — and Priyam is part of the future. ⚙️

Priyam is a second-year Master’s student in Prosthetics and Orthotics, drawn to this unique profession that blends engineering, technology, and biomechanics. For him, the most powerful part is seeing how the right care and devices can reshape lives and help people regain independence.

That’s why prosthetic and orthotic services matter.

🏆The BAPO Awards- Orthotist of the Year – Proudly Sponsored by OETTNominations are now open! This award recognises an o...
11/02/2026

🏆The BAPO Awards- Orthotist of the Year – Proudly Sponsored by OETT

Nominations are now open! This award recognises an outstanding orthotist who demonstrates excellence in clinical practice, patient care, leadership, and innovation.

If you know an orthotist who has made a meaningful difference in patients’ lives and advanced orthotic care, nominate them today.

👉 Nominate now: https://forms.office.com/e/UFmD3SQm0r

BAPO Teatime Talk: Embedding Sustainable Practices into P&OMonday 16th February @ 6pmRegister for the talk here: https:/...
11/02/2026

BAPO Teatime Talk: Embedding Sustainable Practices into P&O

Monday 16th February @ 6pm

Register for the talk here: https://ow.ly/chPn50XG9yQ

FREE for allBAPO Tech and Trends Webinar – FIOR & GENTZ – 360⁰ Orthotics: Utilising a unique comprehensive workflow for ...
11/02/2026

FREE for all
BAPO Tech and Trends Webinar – FIOR & GENTZ – 360⁰ Orthotics: Utilising a unique comprehensive workflow for effective and efficient management of complex lower limb Neuro orthotics

When:11th February 2026 @ 12:00 pm

Register here: https://ow.ly/lK3Z50XX5xx

Inspiring the Next Generation: Promoting Careers in Prosthetics & OrthoticsRaising awareness of careers in Prosthetics a...
10/02/2026

Inspiring the Next Generation: Promoting Careers in Prosthetics & Orthotics
Raising awareness of careers in Prosthetics and Orthotics (P&O) is vital for the future of our profession. School visits offer us an opportunity to show young people a career they may never have heard of but one that combines science, creativity, problem-solving, and real human impact.

Talking to students about P&O allows us to challenge assumptions about healthcare careers and highlight the wide range of pathways available, including university routes, apprenticeships, or technical roles. Sharing everyday clinical examples helps the students see how Prosthetists and Orthotists make a practical difference to people’s lives. Involving current students in these visits adds even more value, giving pupils an honest and relatable insight into training and placements.

Importantly, colleagues don’t need to do this alone. The British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics (BAPO) actively supports P&O careers promotion and provides guidance and resources for members who want to engage with schools, colleges, and community events. This support helps ensure messaging is consistent, accurate, and aligned with national workforce priorities.

By giving a little time to careers outreach, we can collectively strengthen the pipeline into Prosthetics and Orthotics, improve understanding of what we do, and inspire the next generation of clinicians and technicians.

Let’s spread the word, and show young people that P&O is not just a career, but a chance to make a real difference.

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The British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists was established to encourage high standards of prosthetic and orthotic practice. It is committed to Continued Professional Development and education to enhance standards of prosthetic and orthotic care.