MSK conditions are one of the leading causes of disability in the UK, resulting in millions of lost working days in the UK, as well as significant numbers leaving the workforce each year.
Not only does this have a serious impact on those affected, in terms of income and mental health, but it also means that their much-needed skills and experience are lost to the economy.
That’s why it is welcome news that the Government has announced a package of support for those with disabilities or affected by long-term sickness, as part of this year’s Spring Budget.…
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by Sue Brown, CEO ARMA
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The Royal Osteoporosis Society has launched its third consecutive research grants round for 2023, opening the scheme for the first time to innovation projects that can close the care gap and reduce health inequalities.
Save the date for the next NOA webinar taking place on 3 May 2023 at 1pm. The session will look at the origins and achievements of the Greater Manchester Orthopaedic Alliance (GMOA). The current Chair, Professor David Sands Johnson, will share details of the alliance, its role during the pandemic and its goals for the future.
getUBetter is delighted to announce that their collaboration with NHS South West London and South West London ICS to deliver digital self-management of all common musculoskeletal injuries and condition across entire Integrated Care Systems has been crowned the winner of the HealthTech Partnership of the Year category at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2023, recognising their outstanding dedication to improving healthcare and effective collaboration with the NHS.
ARMA’s 2023 Annual Lecture, entitled Community Powered MSK, is set to take place on Tuesday, May 16th at 6pm. The event will be virtual and feature two distinguished speakers: Adam Lent, the Chief Executive of New Local, and Laura Finucane, a Consultant Physiotherapist and Clinical Director of Sussex MSK Partnership.