GIRFT is getting started on a £3.5m programme of activity working with 17 ICBs with the highest waiting lists for elective community MSK services.
The focus is on reducing waiting times for a community MSK appointment; to improve access to MSK treatment and support people back to work.
The GIRFT MSK Community Delivery Programme will see each ICB receive funding and support to develop more efficient ways of getting MSK patients treated, off waiting lists and back onto the path of employment.
GIRFT will support the 17 ICBs involved to improve the quality and accessibility of MSK services; to strengthen NHS MSK infrastructure and improve performance; and to improve health and work outcomes for people with a MSK condition.
You can read more about the programme and access the GIRFT Community MSK Handbook here.