Category: Courses Classes & Study

Empowering the next generation of MSK Innovators

ORUK logoMedTechApplications are now open for the MSK Innovation Accelerator programme, hosted by MedTech SuperConnector and part funded by Orthopaedic Research UK (ORUK).

The programme is designed to accelerate the development of musculoskeletal innovation and thereby create and scale early-stage MSK ventures across the UK. It will involve a 6 month intensive learning journey, providing participants with entrepreneurship training, masterclasses and access to expertise. The accelerator learning content is part-time.

The MSK Innovation Accelerator programme is open to MSK related Innovations at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 3 or above from research fellows, postdocs & late-stage PhD candidates, or innovators from Academic Research Centres, small to medium size enterprises with research laboratories, or clinical institutes with a medical technology in development in the lab or digital environment.…

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Convention Osteopathy 2023: 30 years of recognition

iO Convention logoJoin this year’s face-to-face Convention, held on 20-21 October at the Radisson RED™ London Heathrow Hotel. This once-in-a-generation event unites osteopathic professionals from around the world.  With internationally renowned headline speakers, it will bring together clinicians, educators, researchers, and influencers from the breadth of the osteopathic profession. Along with access to high-quality CPD, the event offers delegates the opportunity to connect and build networks, encouraging collaboration across the osteopathic world. 

This event is brought to you by the Institute of Osteopathy, the National Council for Osteopathic Research, Osteopathy Europe, the General Osteopathic Council, the Osteopathic International Alliance, and the University College of Osteopathy.…

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Key Topics in Primary Care Rheumatology and MSK Medicine

PCRMM CONFERENCE 2023
Friday 10th and Saturday 11th November 2023
Hybrid format – live in York and online

The PCRMM Society is delighted to announce this year’s PCRMM conference which will take place on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th November 2023.

As ever, there has been hard work behind the scenes to prepare a valuable, engaging event.

You can see the full timetable here.

This includes some really interesting and compelling talks and presentations, all of which will include Q&A sessions.…

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NOA webinar: Learning from Implant Analysis at Revision Surgery

NOA webinarJoin the NOA on 6 September (1pm-2.15pm) for an insightful webinar on “Learning from Implant Analysis at Revision Surgery”.

The session will explore the benefits offered by implant analysis, shedding light on the role it plays in advancing orthopaedic care.
Special guests:

    • Jason Wilson, a Medical Implant Specialist, and colleagues from the NHS-IAS
    • Professor John Skinner, who has been actively involved in Implant Analysis and Research at The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital for many years.

For further details and to register click here.

NRAS LIVE RA, Foot Health and Orthotics

Join NRAS live on Wednesday 26th July 2023 at 7pm for a talk about feet, foot health and orthotics.

NRAS is delighted to be joined by Dr Lindsey Cherry, Associate Professor in Podiatry and Senior Clinical Academic at the University of Southampton and Solent NHS Trust, together with Nicola Hood, Senior Orthotist at Halo Medical.

Expect to learn all about foot health, the industry, what an orthotist does, how they can help people with RA and much more.

You can join this event via the NRAS Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn pages.…

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New SMILE-RA Exercise module launched

NRAS is very excited to announce that their long-awaited SMILE-RA module on the Importance of Physical Activity and Exercise has launched.  Learn about the science, the benefits and some of the myths about exercising with rheumatoid arthritis. If you have any difficulty getting motivated and need help to get started, this module is perfect for you.

Hear from internationally renowned experts in this field George Metsios, Professor of Exercise Physiology at Universities of Thessaly (Greece), and Will Gregory, Consultant Physiotherapist at Salford Royal – as well as those living with RA.…

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Core Skills in MSK care course (online)

A four-day course focusing on the skills required in the 10-minute GP consultation.

The course has been designed by GPs primarily for GPs and GP Trainees but is also beneficial for other primary healthcare professionals such as Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists and Physiotherapists who support patients with musculoskeletal conditions.

Date: Starting 7th March 2024
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Cost: £135

For more details and to book your place visit our website.

Core Skills in Musculoskeletal Care – face to face

Versus Arthritis is excited to announce a face-to-face training workshop: Core Skills in Musculoskeletal Care, in Glasgow.

The event will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on the 27th September 2023. The workshop provides practical, hands-on learning and the opportunity to come together with peers to share knowledge and problem solve. The workshop is split into three main sections – low back pain and sciatica, lower limb and upper limb.

For just £165 you will receive a full day’s training from an experienced Core Skills trainer, a printed copy of the course handbook, a certificate and refreshments, and a conference buffet lunch included.…

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Fragility Fracture Network Congress 2023

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Improving care for fragility fracture patients

The Fragility Fracture Network (FFN) invites you to attend their 11th annual Congress in Oslo, Norway on 3 – 6 October, 2023.

FFN is a global organization with a mission to improve the care for patients who have sustained, or are at risk of, a fragility fracture. Its membership is multidisciplinary and the Congress is designed to address the patients’ needs across the continuum from emergency department to return to function in the community.…

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