Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance
Influencing policy and care together for best lifelong musculoskeletal health
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 16th April 2026, 6pm – 9pm
on Microsoft Teams
£60
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.
SKILLs Sessions: Fibromyalgia
Wednesday 28th January 2026, 7pm – 8pm
on Microsoft Teams
SKILLs Sessions: Sharing good practice for MSK professionals – Supporting people with obesity
Wednesday 25th February 2026 7pm – 8pm
on Microsoft Teams
Arthritis UK SKILLs Session: Gout
Wednesday 25th March 2026, 7pm – 8pm
on Microsoft Teams
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 11th 2026
Time: 9am to 5pm
Venue: Clayton Hotel Belfast City, 22 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, BT2 8HS
Cost: £160
More details here.
SOMM announces a new date for the One-Day Spinal Manual Therapy Masterclass course
Saturday 28th 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:-
The day will be action-packed with loads of great content.…
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Don’t miss out on a place on the Ortho Update course on Saturday 10th 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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The Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine’s (SOMM’s) MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine was developed in 2000 in collaboration with Middlesex University and the programme moved to Queen Margaret University (QMU), Edinburgh in 2018. SOMM has greatly valued its collaboration with both universities and the programme continued to run successfully at QMU until August 2024.
SOMM is delighted to announce that QMU is now offering a new part time online MSc / PgDip Advancing Practice in Musculoskeletal Medicine. Health professionals who have successfully completed SOMM’s Foundation in Musculoskeletal Medicine module (SOMM’s Diploma in Musculoskeletal Medicine) within the last 5 years, worth 60 master’s-level credits, are eligible to apply for the MSc.…
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Exam sitting – 28th May 2026
Applications open – 12th January 2026
The Faculty of Sport and Exercise Medicine UK is dedicated to promoting a more active nation and ensuring that MSK and rheumatological conditions and pain symptoms are not a barrier to living an active life at any age or ability level. This Diploma examination will support evidencing competency as a GP, GP Working in Extended Roles as well as allied health professionals working towards advanced practice roles (including extended scope physiotherapists and advanced nurse practitioners) in a range of community settings.…
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In the August edition of the Physio Network’s Podcast, SOMM’s Teaching Fellows, Darren Collin and Johnny Smith, discussed the role of manual therapy in physiotherapy along with the key differences between NHS and private practice.
This insightful conversation is now available to hear, and sets the stage for SOMM’s upcoming Spinal Manual Therapy Masterclass, taking place on 8th November in Liverpool – a new offering designed to sharpen hands-on skills and deepen clinical reasoning in spinal care.
The day will be action-packed with great, relevant content.…
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Modern hip resurfacing: Technique, innovation, and global perspectives
3 October 2025
The Berkeley Hotel, London
Join leading experts to explore the resurgence of hip resurfacing at this CPD-accredited ORUK event. The programme covers the latest in implant technology, surgical techniques, and the anterior approach, with lectures, case discussions, and debates. Designed for orthopaedic consultants, trainees, and physiotherapists.
SOMM announces the launch of their new Spinal Manual Therapy Masterclass course.
Saturday 11th October 2025 – 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: –
