Physio, PhD, Researcher in digital health @pstep_uk @Unbiased891557 @uniofleicester @LDC_tweets @leicesterBRC #Digitalhealth #PhysicalActivitiy and #exercise
Leicester, United Kingdom
Joined August 2012
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Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
Fantastic to see this work from the @DUK_research funded UNBIASED study published this week from a group including Dr Natalie Darko, the #NIHRLeicesterBRC Director of Inclusion.
➡️📰journals.sagepub.com/doi/epu…
The study examined inequities in access to diabetes technology for children and young people with type 1 diabetes and found that despite free universal access recommended by NICE, significant disparities persist particularly for those from ethnic minority and lower socio-economic backgrounds.
The research identified barriers including regional variation, communication gaps, unconscious bias, and limited culturally tailored education. It amplifies the voices of young people, families, and healthcare professionals and calls for meaningful system change so every child can benefit from the best available care.
#EquityInHealthcare #T1D #DiabetesTech #HealthInequality
@darko_nat
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
Great to see this work published from the P-STEP team! @uniofleicester @LeicResearch @LeicesterBRC rdcu.be/e2hGj
Great to see a dedicated panel on integrating air pollution into patient care at #ERS2025 🌫️➡️🫁
A vital step toward holistic management in respiratory health! #AirPollution #PatientCare #RespiratoryHealth
#ERS2025 Poster Alert!
PSTEP project presented a systematic review of physical activity guidelines in cardiorespiratory diseases & the first stage of the PSTEP Guide! 💪🫁 #PhysicalActivity #CardiorespiratoryHealth @REvans_Breathe @pstep_uk
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
Great first session on #LongCovid at @EuroRespSoc with @REvans_Breathe flying the flag for @UoLRespSci and @PHOSP_COVID - making the case for trials that treat the underlying mechanisms of Long Covid 🦠 🔬
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
I am thrilled to announce that our latest research, "Perspectives on #physicalactivity among women with #fibromyalgia: a qualitative study", has just been published in the Journal of Public Health! Thanks to @edatonga! @SpringerNature 🔗 link.springer.com/article/10… #HealthSciences
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
Great to see our systematic review evaluating physical activity guidelines in T2 diabetes published, led by @edatonga as part of the @pstep_uk project.
diabetesresearchclinicalprac…
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
The Unbiased Study, led by professor May Ng and Dr. Natalie Darko at University of Leicester, is recruiting children to understand barriers to use diabetes technology. Funded by @DiabetesUK
At just 2 yo, Theia-Belle is a shining example & role model for many little ones diagnosed with #T1D & embracing the #hybridclosedloop at such a tender age. She is on the #Omnipod5 & is loving it🥰 (full consent from mom to post-conversation is with mom in #diabetes clinic) #HCL
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
Physiotherapy volunteers will play a leading role in @LondonMarathon's medical services on Sunday. 200+ qualified and student physios led by @liznicholls2012 will be along the course and @UniHertsPhysio students will support athletes with post race massages.
!!!Opioids not effective, clinicaly already known evidence. Ask your physio to 🏃♀️ – at Market Harborough, England
📢Out today in @Lancet: major @msk_health led trial finds #opioids NOT effective for people with acute back and/or neck pain.
This is the largest placebo controlled trial of its kind.
doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(2…
#OPALtrial #backpain #neckpain
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
It's here!
30 consensus, evidence-based statements about Physical Activity and #NAFLD from @ACSM roundtable out today in @MSSEonline!
journals.lww.com/acsm-msse/A…
@fitaftercancer @DrMTLong @KathleenCoreyMD
@drbobsallis @AlinaAllenMD @conroylab @djrcuthbertson @CJAPugh
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
A big thank you to our fantastic #PSTEP user engagement group who attended our workshop on Tuesday.
The users gave really positive feedback and provided us with insightful comments to help us to optimise the app 🙌 @LeicResearch @NIHRinvolvement @esa
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
The #PSTEP app is taking shape with huge involvement from our amazing #NIHRLeicesterBRC user group @LeicResearch @NIHRInvolvement. They have been integral to the design of the app and spent a full day testing with our team. We'll be showcasing the prototype with @ESA soon!
ALT Our fabulous Focus Group and P-STEP team.
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
Illustration of bidirectional communication between the central nervous system, endocrine system, immune system, and the gut microbiome in the context of depression…
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I am really grateful to being endorsed by @UKRI_News in #digitalhealth research under global talent sheme. I appreciated all support by my mentor @proftomyates and funders @pstep_uk @esa @uniofleicester – at Market Harborough, England
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
Writing a great abstract can be tricky! This writing template by @Nature is super helpful 👉
Fabulous news💫 looking forward to being part of health tech research within BRC. – at Market Harborough, England
The @NIHRresearch have announced the next round of funding for BRCs across the country and we’re delighted to share that #NIHRLeicesterBRC has received a £26M funding boost for health research. Read the full story: leicesterbrc.nihr.ac.uk/new-…
Dr Eda Tonga retweeted
We’re celebrating #NIHRLeicesterBRC receiving funding for the next 5 years. Did you know our researchers found that walking speed may alter how quickly we age at the level of our DNA? Read more: leicesterbrc.nihr.ac.uk/stop…
ALT Man photographed from behind walking on a treadmill. Another man to the right is writing something down. Other exercise equipment is also visible.