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Upcoming Webinars:
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: From Diagnosis to Rehabilitation and Beyond
Monday 9 November 2026 at 7pm
Register to attend this webinar at: https://nsnwebinarnov2026.eventbrite.co.uk/
We are delighted to be joined by three expert speakers:
Dr Christine Comer, Research Fellow, Physiotherapist, Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Dr Suzie McIlroy, Consultant Physiotherapist, King’s College Hospital, London
Dr David Anderson, Senior Lecturer & Physiotherapist, The University of Sydney
The webinar will cover the signs and symptoms of LSS and its natural history, followed by an exploration of current recommended pathways of care. We will consider rehabilitation approaches for people with LSS at all stages of the patient pathway – from initial management in the community, through to preparation for surgery, and rehabilitation following surgery. The session will also explore prognosis following surgery and the role of shared decision making, considering how clinicians can support patients to understand their options, likely outcomes and the role of rehabilitation in their care.
Topics will include: Signs, symptoms and natural history of lumbar spinal stenosis, Current recommended pathways of care, Rehabilitation approaches across the patient pathway, Community and conservative management, Rehabilitation before and after spinal surgery, Prognosis and expectations following surgery and Shared decision making for clinicians and patients
This webinar will provide an opportunity to bring together clinical, rehabilitation and international perspectives on the management of LSS, with a focus on supporting evidence-informed, person-centred care.
NSN Member Ticket: £2.00 | General Admission Ticket: £5.00
Register to attend this webinar at: https://nsnwebinarnov2026.eventbrite.co.uk/
All registered delegates will have a recording of the webinar attached to their Eventbrite ticket (will be made available within 24 hours).
Please note - refunds for this event are not possible, unless event is cancelled.
Seeing Beyond the Report: Understanding Spinal MRI Through Real Clinical Cases
Wednesday 20 January 2027 at 7pm
Register to attend this webinar at: https://nsnwebinarjan2027.eventbrite.co.uk/
Spinal MRI reports play a pivotal role in guiding clinical decision-making, but how confident are we in understanding what lies behind the radiologist's interpretation?
Join Consultant Neuroradiologist David Doig for an engaging case-based webinar designed specifically for clinicians working in spinal care. Beginning with a practical introduction to MRI acquisition and the key imaging sequences used in spinal assessment, David will then guide delegates through a series of clinical cases, with the aims of enhancing understanding, confidence, and clinical reasoning.
Dr David Doig is a consultant radiologist at UCLH NHS Foundation Trust.
He graduated with degrees in medicine and clinical neuroscience from the University of Glasgow. He trained in general medicine and then clinical radiology at Glasgow Royal Infirmary and Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, becoming a member of the Royal College of Physicians and a fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists. He is the current training programme director for the London Neuroradiology training scheme, and leads the spine oncology multidisciplinary meeting at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
NSN Member Ticket: £2.00 | General Admission Ticket: £5.00
Register to attend this webinar at: https://nsnwebinarjan2027.eventbrite.co.uk/
All registered delegates will have a recording of the webinar attached to their Eventbrite ticket (will be made available within 24 hours).
Please note - refunds for this event are not possible, unless event is cancelled.
Previous Webinars:
Transforming Management of Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy (DCM)
Tuesday 5th May 2026 at 6:30pm
This session will explore evolving approaches to the assessment and management of Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy (DCM), bringing together clinical insight, service innovation and data-driven research.
Speakers:
Paula O'Donoghue – Assessment, screening and the Homerton DCM Pathway
Ellie Dunstan – Nottingham SDEC/Physio-led Hot Clinic Feedback
Lianne Wood – Diagnostic accuracy of DCM Signs and Symptoms: findings from analysis of the British Spinal Registry and Primary Care Data
Please note: The webinar will run for approximately 60 minutes and will be followed by the NSN Annual General Meeting (AGM) for members only, expected to conclude by 20:00 (8pm).
All registered delegates will have a recording of the webinar attached to their Eventbrite ticket (will be made available within 24 hours).
Please note - refunds for this event are not possible, unless event is cancelled.
Vertebral Fragility Fractures
Join Us for this essential webinar on Vertebral Fragility Fractures with Professor Kassim Javaid and Mike Carpenter
Tuesday 24th February 2026 at 7:30pm
Please join us as we look to explore the identification and management of spinal vertebral fragility fractures (VFF), in line with the recently published GIRFT VFF pathway https://gettingitrightfirsttime.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/VFF-pathway-FINAL-July-2025.html
We are delighted to be joined by Professor Kassim Javaid, a consultant rheumatologist and researcher from Oxford University Hospitals trust and University of Oxford. His research areas are in epidemiology and adult metabolic bone disease focusing vitamin D, osteoporosis, secondary fracture prevention and rare bone diseases. He will be discussing the assessment and diagnosis of VFF.
This will be followed by a review of the conservative management of VFF, which will be led by Mike Carpenter. Mike is a Consultant Physiotherapist and works across a number of community MSK services, as Head of Clinical Delivery for Cora Health. He will look to explore concepts of patient engagement and adherence related to specific spinal rehabilitation in the context of VFF.
All registered delegates will have a recording of the webinar attached to their Eventbrite ticket (will be made available within 24 hours).
Please note - refunds for this event are not possible, unless event is cancelled.
Stay sharp. Stay informed. Tune in!
Spinal Infection
Don’t Miss This Insightful Webinar on Spinal Infections with Tom Watt
Thursday 27 November 2025 at 7:30pm
Tom Watt is a Consultant Physiotherapist at Salford Care Organisation – a tertiary centre for spinal surgery and major trauma in the Northwest of England. With a specialist interest in spinal infections, Tom was instrumental in developing regional services and clinical pathways to support the management of this complex patient group.
In this dynamic webinar, Tom explores the topic of spinal infections by bridging the gap between theory, literature, and real-world clinical data. He will also share insights from his innovative work in establishing a regional Virtual Spinal Infection Ward – an approach aimed at improving care coordination and patient outcomes.
With rising litigation around the management of these patients, this session will help you to sharpen your clinical reasoning and improve your confidence in early recognition, whilst promoting safe, evidence-based practice. It will also provide a platform to connect with peers and share ideas to support service development across pathways and settings.
All registered delegates will have a recording of the webinar attached to their Eventbrite ticket (will be made available within 24 hours).
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES)
Join Us for a Must-Watch Webinar on Cauda Equina Syndrome with Michelle Angus & Damien Kimber
Thursday 2 October 2025 at 7:30pm
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a high-stakes clinical challenge - and getting the diagnosis right, matters. In this engaging and thought-provoking webinar, Consultant Physiotherapist Michelle Angus brings her clinical expertise and insight to the forefront. With a focus on real-world case studies, Michelle will guide you through the complexities of CES assessment, highlighting common challenges, red flags, and decision-making dilemmas. Additionally, APPN Spine community of practice lead, Damien Kimber, will share his experience and insight on CES within the Pakistani community, focussing on the cultural and linguistic challenges of screening non-English speaking patients.
Expect practical advice on probing questions, understanding current guidance, and improving your confidence in identifying low-risk patients - without getting lost in unnecessary detail. Designed to encourage interaction and reflection, this session is ideal for anyone involved in spinal care or emergency assessment.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from national leaders in advanced physiotherapy practice and spine care.
All registered delegates will have a recording of the webinar attached to their Eventbrite ticket (will be made available within 24 hours).