Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapists assess and treat problems with muscle, bone and joints that may cause pain, stiffness and/or disability. The Musculoskeletal team provides specialist assessment followed by expert advice and treatment for a wide range of joint and muscular related problems including rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery.

Many musculoskeletal conditions will get better with self-help advice and exercises. Please follow the links below for self help advice on common musculoskeletal conditions.

Spinal

Low Back Pain

Add the following resources:

Neck

Exercises for neck problems (NHS Inform)

Upper Limb

Shoulder

Shoulder pain:

Frozen shoulder:

Frozen shoulder is a common condition that affects the shoulder causing significant pain and reduced movement. The majority of people who experience frozen shoulder will eventually get better with or without treatment.

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Shoulder instability:

Shoulder instability can result in the shoulder coming in and out of joint, causing pain, apprehension and reduced function. You should see mild improvements after 6 weeks, but it can take 3–6 months for more significant changes. If symptoms fail to improve by 6–12 weeks or pain worsens, contact your healthcare provider.

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Elbow

Elbow stiffness:

These exercises can help improve stiffness in your elbow and improve your range of movement.

Link: bess.ac.uk/exercises-for-elbow-stiffness

Tennis elbow:

Tennis elbow is a common cause of elbow pain located on the outside of the elbow, usually associated with gripping activities. If symptoms fail to improve within 6–12 weeks or pain is worsening, contact your healthcare provider.

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Hand

Lower Limb

General Lower Limb