Arthritis News & Musculoskeletal News from ARMA's Members

Sharing good practice in Africa

Professor Tony Woolf is putting Cornwall on the map.

Through his work and experience, former ARMA Chair Professor Tony Woolf has made many connections in many different countries and is keen to share good practice, learn from others and help teach and up skill local workforces in across the world.

In Cornwall Arthritis Trust’s latest podcast, Tony talks about his past work in Kenya and current work in Tanzania and how CAT’s local ‘Freedom to Move’ programme is being shared – putting Cornwall on the map!…

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A Christmas Message from ARMA’s CEO

by Adrian Bradley

As the year draws to a close, I’ve been reflecting on my first six months in post. Since joining ARMA in June, I’ve met almost all our members and associate members. I’ve been heartened by your generosity, honesty, and commitment to improving MSK health for millions of people.

I’ve drunk more tea and coffee than is advisable (although some were ‘virtual’, so they don’t count), heard brilliant ideas from every corner of the MSK community, and come across more jargon, acronyms and abbreviations than I knew existed.…

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Preparing for the festive season

We know that December can be a busy and stressful month, especially when you have a long-term condition.

NRAS has therefore added a new section to their website, which features lots of tips to help you through the festive season and into the new year.

Find it here.

Watch all the previous NRAS Lives

NRAS has just completed their last NRAS Live of 2025 – but all their previous online events can be viewed as recordings.

Including topics such as diet, stress, menopause, foot health and many more. You can view them all on the NRAS Youtube channel.

Arthritis UK’s MSK Bitesize webinar

This is a 3-hour webinar on a wide range of MSK conditions that can present in primary care and the role of physical activity in preventing and managing MSK conditions. Topics include inflammatory arthritis, fibromyalgia, gout, and more.

Thursday 16^th April 2026, 6pm – 9pm
on Microsoft Teams
£60

More details here.

Arthritis UK’s upcoming SKILLs Sessions

SKILLs Sessions are a brand-new series of free-to-attend monthly webinars from Arthritis UK, driven by feedback from the SKILLs Community.

The webinars will cover the most in-demand MSK topics.
Registration is essential.

Arthritis UK SKILLs Session: Gout

Wednesday 25^th March 2026, 7pm – 8pm
on Microsoft Teams

More details here.

Arthritis UK SKILLs Session: Arthritis UK Information

Wednesday 29^th April 2026, 7pm – 8pm
on Microsoft Teams

More details here.

Arthritis UK SKILLs Session: Paediatric MSK Presentations

Wednesday 27^th May 2026, 7pm – 8pm
on Microsoft Teams

More details here.…

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Core Skills in Musculoskeletal Care, Belfast

This training focuses on developing the practical skills required in a typical 10-minute primary care consultation. Our training provides delegates a supportive environment to develop their confidence and skills in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with MSK conditions.

Previous delegates reported a 47% increase in knowledge of the subject area following the training, a 30% increase in examination skills, and a 31% increase in confidence diagnosing and treating patients with MSK conditions.

Belfast (in-person workshop)
Date: March 11^th 2026
Time: 9am to 5pm
Venue: Clayton Hotel Belfast City, 22 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, BT2 8HS
Cost: £160
More details here.

Chiro Live 2025: The Highlights

How the BCA honoured 100 years of the Association and inspired the future of chiropractic

The British Chiropractic Association’s (BCA) landmark conference, Chiro Live 2025: Celebrating Excellence, Shaping the Future, concluded earlier this month, leaving a profound and indelible mark on the profession. Held at the majestic De Vere Beaumont Estate in Windsor, the two-day event (November 14-15) was not just an annual gathering, but a historic celebration of the BCA’s 100th birthday. Attracting record numbers of delegates, exhibitors, and international guests, the conference was universally hailed as an overwhelming success, seamlessly blending cutting-edge clinical knowledge with transformative business insights and unforgettable celebratory moments.…

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SOMM’s Spinal Masterclass course

SOMM announces a new date for the One-Day Spinal Manual Therapy Masterclass course

Saturday 28^th March 2026 – SOMM HQ, Liverpool.

This one-day course aims to provide clinicians with a great overview of the current evidence base surrounding Manual Therapy and allow students to learn new effective treatment techniques for the Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar spine.

This course will be ideal for you if:-

You feel that your manual therapy skills need brushing up
You have done a SOMM course in the past but want to refresh your manual therapy skills

The day will be action-packed with loads of great content.…

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BOA Ortho Update course 2026

Don’t miss out on a place on the Ortho Update course on Saturday 10^th January 2026, in Manchester, run by the British Orthopaedic Association.

The course is designed to deliver teaching on important/hot topics and clinical examination skills to cover various aspects of the orthopaedic curriculum over a 3-year cycle. This year, the emphasis is on Foot & Ankle & Spine and Brachial Plexus, along with Case Based Discussions on Spinal Infection and Diabetic Foot.

For orthopaedic trainees at all levels and SAS surgeons, this updated course will give you the opportunity to access new understanding and support your preparation for the FRCS exam.…

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