Versus Arthritis has partnered with the Kennedy Trust for Rheumatology Research to increase the evidence around fatigue in musculoskeletal conditions.
Versus Arthritis is seeking applications for a scoping review on ways to measure, assess and treat the chronic fatigue associated with musculoskeletal conditions. This can include:
- the amount of evidence in each area
- the quality of evidence available
- where there are substantial gaps in current knowledge
- the needs of people living with chronic fatigue
- future research priorities based on the information gathered
Reviews should include scientific and clinical evidence, as well as meaningful inclusion of the needs of people living with chronic fatigue.…
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