Kelly Rose
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Fishermen get physio boost

The high number of injuries experienced by fisherman working at sea has prompted a charity to back free physio services for UK fishermen. Working at sea is one of the most challenging jobs in the UK, and back, leg andThe high number of injuries experienced by fisherman working at sea has prompted a charity to back free physio services for UK fishermen.

Working at sea is one of the most challenging jobs in the UK, and back, leg and arm injuries are common but the amount of time fishermen spend offshore means it can be a problem getting treatment for the workrelated injuries many experience.

That's why the Seamen's Hospital Society (SHS) is promoting easy-toaccess physiotherapy treatment for fishermen in Kilkeel (Northern Ireland), Brixham (Devon) and Peterhead (north east Scotland). This follows the success of a pilot physio service set up with SHS funding in Newlyn.
Fishermen get physio boost
Fishermen get physio boost
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Seamen's Hospital Society

29 King William Walk
Greenwich
London
SE10 9HX
UNITED KINGDOM

0208 674 8921

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