Data for Impact (Dfi)
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Data for Impact (DfI)
Our unique, member-exclusive tool that helps you measure your treatment outcomes, demonstrate quality, and work towards Quality Assurance status. By taking part, you’ll gain valuable insights into your practice, access peer-reviewed results, and strengthen your professional credibility — all while contributing to national research in private physiotherap
What's happening to QAC & QAP with the change to the new system?"
All QAC & QAP standards achieved this year will remain in place until the new Quality Indicators are finalised. We will need new data to be able to measure this so continuing to input data is vital to the success of the scheme
Who can take part in the Physio First Quality Scheme (QAP/QAC)?
The Quality Scheme is open to Physio First members who are HCPC-registered physiotherapists. Clinic membership is available for physiotherapist-led clinics, even if your wider team includes other health professionals.
Do all practitioners in my clinic need to be Physio First members?
Yes, Every practitioner submitting data through the Quality Scheme must hold individual Physio First membership, either independently or as part of your clinic membership.
Is the Quality Scheme only for MSK physiotherapists?
No, While the Data for Impact (DfI) tool measures musculoskeletal (MSK) outcomes, it naturally includes orthopaedic discharge and post-surgical home visits where movement or function is limited by joint or muscle issues.
Can clinics with mixed specialisms take part?
Yes – provided the clinic is physiotherapist-led.
The Quality Scheme supports all areas of physiotherapy where outcomes relate to physical function and rehabilitation.
How do I register my clinic for the Quality Scheme?
1. Join Physio First through Clinic Membership.
2. Once registered, go to the Data for Impact (DfI) section on the Physio First Quality page and complete the registration form.
3. The Keele University DfI team will then contact you with your login details and supporting information.
Who manages the data and registration process?
The DfI system is managed by Keele University in collaboration with Physio First.
Keele oversees registration, onboarding, and technical support for data collection.
What if I’ve registered but haven’t heard from Keele University yet?
Please allow time for a response — the Keele team are currently handling high volumes following the new DfI launch.
If you haven’t heard back after a reasonable period, contact the Physio First Research & Development Officer for assistance.
Source of publications by the University of Brighton
Please click here to download the list of publications produced by the University of Brighton using data from the Physio First Data for Impact scheme plus Links
Data for Impact E-resources
Quality in Private Physiotherapy e-booklet
This guide explains how our Physio First Quality schemes will benefit you, and add value to your practice. Click here to access this resource
Data for Impact Quality Assurance Scheme e-booklet
Find out more about our unique to Physio First data collection scheme and how it can help you work towards becoming a Quality Assured practioner. Click here to access this resource
What does the data show us?
Our research team at University of Brighton have been unstacking our large data bank over recent years and have created some powerful messages from that data which Physio First members are able to use in the promotion and marketing of the value of their practice to existing, and potential patients.
This information can be supplied to Physio First members in the form of ready designed infographics, or for members who have the technology, can be produced directly from the individualised reports supplied by the University of Brighton. If you are a Physio First member participating in DfI, please log in to discover our suite of infrogaphics and guidance on how they can be used for the promotion of your practice.