Category: Courses Classes & Study

FREE SOMM Joint Injection Skills Workshop

injection skillsThe Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine (SOMM) is hosting a FREE Joint Injection Skills workshop at their HQ in Liverpool on the Wednesday 13th May 2026, 9:30 to 4pm.

It will be an interactive training day, bringing together expert clinicians to provide practical, evidence-based guidance on injection techniques, hyaluronic acid therapy, and ultrasound application in musculoskeletal practice.

Note places are limited and completion of this form does not necessarily guarantee a place in the workshop. A confirmation email will be provided to all delegates to confirm registration.…

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Living Well with Arthritis course – health and care professional survey

Arthritis UK is developing a course to support health and care professionals in helping people live well with arthritis. Your input will help them tailor the course to meet your needs and preferences. The survey shouldn’t take any longer than 5 minutes. 

Fill in the form here.

The deadline for completion is Tuesday 31st March 2026. For further information, contact Laura Watkins at professionalengagement@arthritis-uk.org.

Advancing Practice MSK MSc – Enrolment open

The Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine (SOMM) is pleased to share an exciting update ahead of the new academic year.

Since its development in 2000 in partnership with Middlesex University, the MSc in Musculoskeletal Medicine has continued to evolve. In 2018, the programme moved to Queen Margaret University (QMU), Edinburgh, where it successfully ran until August 2024.

SOMM is delighted to announce that QMU now offers a part‑time, fully online MSc / PgDip Advancing Practice in Musculoskeletal Medicine.

Health professionals who have completed SOMM’s Foundation in Musculoskeletal Medicine module (SOMM Diploma in Musculoskeletal Medicine) within the last five years, worth 60 master’s‑level credits, are eligible to apply.…

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PCRMM Essentials of MSK Injections course

Event agenda coverSaturday, 9th May, 2026, at the The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Birmingham

The Essentials of MSK Injections: Landmark and Ultrasound-Guided course is a comprehensive, hands-on training programme designed to equip clinicians with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform musculoskeletal injections safely and effectively in clinical practice.

This course focuses on the most performed MSK injections, covering both landmark-guided and ultrasound-guided techniques. As one of the first courses of its kind to combine both approaches in a single structured curriculum, it provides a unique opportunity to develop a dual skill set, making it easier for clinicians to learn, understand, and apply both techniques in real-world settings.…

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SMILE-RA – Exercise just got easier

NRAS understands that for people living with rheumatoid arthritis, physical activity is not a short‑term resolution but an important, sustained commitment that supports health throughout the year. SMILE-RA is a free, user friendly program designed to support people living with RA self-manage their condition.

To help individuals incorporate exercise more effectively into daily life, NRAS has refined the original SMILE‑RA Exercise module into two concise components: The Science Explained, which outlines the evidence behind the benefits of regular exercise for heart health, joint function, energy, mood, and overall wellbeing; and Let’s Move, which provides practical, achievable guidance for integrating physical activity into everyday routines in a sustainable and adaptable way.…

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Guy’s Hospital MSK Injection Skills workshop

The Education and Events Team at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust is excited to share two upcoming hands-on workshops in early 2026, designed to help you further refine your clinical skills and confidence in upper limb procedures.

🟦 MSK Ultrasound Injection Skills Workshop: Upper Limb Essentials

📅 Saturday 21 March 2026
🕘 09:00 – 13:30
📍 Physiotherapy Department, Guy’s Hospital, London SE1 9RT

Take your ultrasound-guided injection skills to the next level with a practical, small group workshop focusing on upper limb sonoanatomy, image optimisation and real-time procedural practice using live models and advanced simulators.…

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

More details here.

Arthritis UK SKILLs Session: Arthritis UK Information

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

More details here.

Arthritis UK SKILLs Session: Paediatric MSK Presentations

Wednesday 27th 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 11th 2026
Time: 9am to 5pm
Venue: Clayton Hotel Belfast City, 22 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, BT2 8HS
Cost: £160
More details here.