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The Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance (ARMA) is the umbrella body and collective voice of organisations serving the 20 million people living with MSK conditions in the UK.
📰 The new ARMA Newsletter is out! Packed with MSK news plus a blog from CEO Adrian Bradley - Beyond the NHS, exploring why MSK health must start in our communities, not just clinics.
Don’t miss it 👉 arma.uk.net/nlnov25
Don’t miss it 👉 arma.uk.net/nlnov25
ARMA Newsletter November 2025
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November 18, 2025 at 11:22 AM
📰 The new ARMA Newsletter is out! Packed with MSK news plus a blog from CEO Adrian Bradley - Beyond the NHS, exploring why MSK health must start in our communities, not just clinics.
Don’t miss it 👉 arma.uk.net/nlnov25
Don’t miss it 👉 arma.uk.net/nlnov25
Today we launch our new MSK Prevention Policy Paper!
🔗tinyurl.com/t7fs98md🔗
Prevention is about more than medical care.
It’s also about shaping environments, systems & opportunities that make good MSK health possible for all.
MSK prevention is everyone’s business!
🔗tinyurl.com/t7fs98md🔗
Prevention is about more than medical care.
It’s also about shaping environments, systems & opportunities that make good MSK health possible for all.
MSK prevention is everyone’s business!
November 12, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Today we launch our new MSK Prevention Policy Paper!
🔗tinyurl.com/t7fs98md🔗
Prevention is about more than medical care.
It’s also about shaping environments, systems & opportunities that make good MSK health possible for all.
MSK prevention is everyone’s business!
🔗tinyurl.com/t7fs98md🔗
Prevention is about more than medical care.
It’s also about shaping environments, systems & opportunities that make good MSK health possible for all.
MSK prevention is everyone’s business!
This #TrusteesWeek we’re celebrating our brilliant ARMA Trustees! 🙌
Your dedication and leadership helps improve lives for everyone affected by MSK conditions - thank you for all you do!
Your dedication and leadership helps improve lives for everyone affected by MSK conditions - thank you for all you do!
November 4, 2025 at 9:22 AM
This #TrusteesWeek we’re celebrating our brilliant ARMA Trustees! 🙌
Your dedication and leadership helps improve lives for everyone affected by MSK conditions - thank you for all you do!
Your dedication and leadership helps improve lives for everyone affected by MSK conditions - thank you for all you do!
Today we publish our vision for every neighbourhood to create and sustain the conditions for good MSK health for all.
🔗Read the full report here tinyurl.com/y4twr2p6 🔗
🔗Read the full report here tinyurl.com/y4twr2p6 🔗
October 29, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Today we publish our vision for every neighbourhood to create and sustain the conditions for good MSK health for all.
🔗Read the full report here tinyurl.com/y4twr2p6 🔗
🔗Read the full report here tinyurl.com/y4twr2p6 🔗
📰 The October edition of the ARMA Newsletter is out now! 🗞️
Catch up on the latest MSK news, updates and insights from our members.
👉 arma.uk.net/nloct25
Catch up on the latest MSK news, updates and insights from our members.
👉 arma.uk.net/nloct25
ARMA Newsletter October 2025
arma.uk.net
October 21, 2025 at 9:48 AM
📰 The October edition of the ARMA Newsletter is out now! 🗞️
Catch up on the latest MSK news, updates and insights from our members.
👉 arma.uk.net/nloct25
Catch up on the latest MSK news, updates and insights from our members.
👉 arma.uk.net/nloct25
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay we welcome the 10 Year Plan's commitment to rolling out Fracture Liaison Services.
Now we need action because delays cause avoidable fractures, loss of independence and long-term disability.
Let’s shift from sickness to prevention. #BoneAndJointWeek
Now we need action because delays cause avoidable fractures, loss of independence and long-term disability.
Let’s shift from sickness to prevention. #BoneAndJointWeek
October 20, 2025 at 9:28 AM
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay we welcome the 10 Year Plan's commitment to rolling out Fracture Liaison Services.
Now we need action because delays cause avoidable fractures, loss of independence and long-term disability.
Let’s shift from sickness to prevention. #BoneAndJointWeek
Now we need action because delays cause avoidable fractures, loss of independence and long-term disability.
Let’s shift from sickness to prevention. #BoneAndJointWeek
Over 230,000 children in the UK live with long-term MSK conditions. We can’t afford to ignore their bone & joint health.
Young people deserve timely access to MSK services close to home.
Local, accessible services prevent problems from escalating.
#BoneAndJointWeek
Young people deserve timely access to MSK services close to home.
Local, accessible services prevent problems from escalating.
#BoneAndJointWeek
October 19, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Over 230,000 children in the UK live with long-term MSK conditions. We can’t afford to ignore their bone & joint health.
Young people deserve timely access to MSK services close to home.
Local, accessible services prevent problems from escalating.
#BoneAndJointWeek
Young people deserve timely access to MSK services close to home.
Local, accessible services prevent problems from escalating.
#BoneAndJointWeek
Today is World Trauma Day.
Trauma & orthopaedics has the longest NHS waiting list - over 800,000 people in 2024. Each one is living with pain, reduced mobility, and life on hold.
We urgently need investment in MSK services and the workforce.
#BoneAndJointWeek
Trauma & orthopaedics has the longest NHS waiting list - over 800,000 people in 2024. Each one is living with pain, reduced mobility, and life on hold.
We urgently need investment in MSK services and the workforce.
#BoneAndJointWeek
October 17, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Today is World Trauma Day.
Trauma & orthopaedics has the longest NHS waiting list - over 800,000 people in 2024. Each one is living with pain, reduced mobility, and life on hold.
We urgently need investment in MSK services and the workforce.
#BoneAndJointWeek
Trauma & orthopaedics has the longest NHS waiting list - over 800,000 people in 2024. Each one is living with pain, reduced mobility, and life on hold.
We urgently need investment in MSK services and the workforce.
#BoneAndJointWeek
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It’s #BoneAndJointWeek and we’re supporting ARMA in highlighting pressure on MSK services. 1 in 3 people live with an MSK condition, yet trauma & orthopaedics has the longest NHS waiting list with 800,000+ waiting. People need timely support, clear pathways and access to the right care.
October 17, 2025 at 8:40 AM
It’s #BoneAndJointWeek and we’re supporting ARMA in highlighting pressure on MSK services. 1 in 3 people live with an MSK condition, yet trauma & orthopaedics has the longest NHS waiting list with 800,000+ waiting. People need timely support, clear pathways and access to the right care.
Today is World Spine Day. Many people live with chronic back pain.
We must reduce long waits for specialist treatment and ensure MSK patients have access to multi-disciplinary MSK professionals delivering integrated, high-quality care to tackle chronic pain effectively. #BoneAndJointWeek
We must reduce long waits for specialist treatment and ensure MSK patients have access to multi-disciplinary MSK professionals delivering integrated, high-quality care to tackle chronic pain effectively. #BoneAndJointWeek
October 16, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Today is World Spine Day. Many people live with chronic back pain.
We must reduce long waits for specialist treatment and ensure MSK patients have access to multi-disciplinary MSK professionals delivering integrated, high-quality care to tackle chronic pain effectively. #BoneAndJointWeek
We must reduce long waits for specialist treatment and ensure MSK patients have access to multi-disciplinary MSK professionals delivering integrated, high-quality care to tackle chronic pain effectively. #BoneAndJointWeek
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🦴 It’s #BoneAndJointWeek (12–20 Oct)!
1 in 3 people in the UK live with an MSK condition - this year’s campaign calls for action on MSK priorities in the 10 Year Health Plan.
@armauk.bsky.sociaL #MSK
1 in 3 people in the UK live with an MSK condition - this year’s campaign calls for action on MSK priorities in the 10 Year Health Plan.
@armauk.bsky.sociaL #MSK
October 12, 2025 at 2:53 PM
🦴 It’s #BoneAndJointWeek (12–20 Oct)!
1 in 3 people in the UK live with an MSK condition - this year’s campaign calls for action on MSK priorities in the 10 Year Health Plan.
@armauk.bsky.sociaL #MSK
1 in 3 people in the UK live with an MSK condition - this year’s campaign calls for action on MSK priorities in the 10 Year Health Plan.
@armauk.bsky.sociaL #MSK
MSK and mental health are deeply connected.
Poor mental health worsens MSK symptoms.
MSK pain contributes to depression & anxiety.
Yet these issues are rarely treated together.
This #BoneAndJointWeek, let’s change that and treat the whole person.
Poor mental health worsens MSK symptoms.
MSK pain contributes to depression & anxiety.
Yet these issues are rarely treated together.
This #BoneAndJointWeek, let’s change that and treat the whole person.
October 15, 2025 at 8:43 AM
MSK and mental health are deeply connected.
Poor mental health worsens MSK symptoms.
MSK pain contributes to depression & anxiety.
Yet these issues are rarely treated together.
This #BoneAndJointWeek, let’s change that and treat the whole person.
Poor mental health worsens MSK symptoms.
MSK pain contributes to depression & anxiety.
Yet these issues are rarely treated together.
This #BoneAndJointWeek, let’s change that and treat the whole person.
Reposted by ARMA
It’s #WorldArthritisDay - a moment to recognise everyone living with arthritis. All week we’ve shared ways people manage symptoms in daily life. Find support: www.arthritisaction.org.uk/world-arthritis-day
#WAD2025 #ArthritisAwareness #SelfManagement
#WAD2025 #ArthritisAwareness #SelfManagement
October 12, 2025 at 7:10 AM
It’s #WorldArthritisDay - a moment to recognise everyone living with arthritis. All week we’ve shared ways people manage symptoms in daily life. Find support: www.arthritisaction.org.uk/world-arthritis-day
#WAD2025 #ArthritisAwareness #SelfManagement
#WAD2025 #ArthritisAwareness #SelfManagement
Reposted by ARMA
A 10-Year Health Plan is only as strong as its actions.
If we want prevention, digital innovation, and care closer to home MSK must be front and centre of implementation.
Let’s make the Plan real for the 20 million people living with MSK. #BoneAndJointWeek
If we want prevention, digital innovation, and care closer to home MSK must be front and centre of implementation.
Let’s make the Plan real for the 20 million people living with MSK. #BoneAndJointWeek
October 13, 2025 at 7:00 AM
A 10-Year Health Plan is only as strong as its actions.
If we want prevention, digital innovation, and care closer to home MSK must be front and centre of implementation.
Let’s make the Plan real for the 20 million people living with MSK. #BoneAndJointWeek
If we want prevention, digital innovation, and care closer to home MSK must be front and centre of implementation.
Let’s make the Plan real for the 20 million people living with MSK. #BoneAndJointWeek
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MSK conditions like arthritis don’t just cause pain.
They limit mobility, take people out of work, and reduce independence.
On World Arthritis Day it’s time we treated them like the national priority they are. #BoneAndJointWeek
They limit mobility, take people out of work, and reduce independence.
On World Arthritis Day it’s time we treated them like the national priority they are. #BoneAndJointWeek
October 12, 2025 at 7:00 AM
MSK conditions like arthritis don’t just cause pain.
They limit mobility, take people out of work, and reduce independence.
On World Arthritis Day it’s time we treated them like the national priority they are. #BoneAndJointWeek
They limit mobility, take people out of work, and reduce independence.
On World Arthritis Day it’s time we treated them like the national priority they are. #BoneAndJointWeek
A 10-Year Health Plan is only as strong as its actions.
If we want prevention, digital innovation, and care closer to home MSK must be front and centre of implementation.
Let’s make the Plan real for the 20 million people living with MSK. #BoneAndJointWeek
If we want prevention, digital innovation, and care closer to home MSK must be front and centre of implementation.
Let’s make the Plan real for the 20 million people living with MSK. #BoneAndJointWeek
October 13, 2025 at 9:52 AM
A 10-Year Health Plan is only as strong as its actions.
If we want prevention, digital innovation, and care closer to home MSK must be front and centre of implementation.
Let’s make the Plan real for the 20 million people living with MSK. #BoneAndJointWeek
If we want prevention, digital innovation, and care closer to home MSK must be front and centre of implementation.
Let’s make the Plan real for the 20 million people living with MSK. #BoneAndJointWeek
The latest edition of the ARMA Newsletter is here!
Packed with #MSK news, upcoming events, and member updates you won’t want to miss.
Read it now: arma.uk.net/nlsep25
Packed with #MSK news, upcoming events, and member updates you won’t want to miss.
Read it now: arma.uk.net/nlsep25
ARMA Newsletter September 2025
arma.uk.net
September 23, 2025 at 10:35 AM
The latest edition of the ARMA Newsletter is here!
Packed with #MSK news, upcoming events, and member updates you won’t want to miss.
Read it now: arma.uk.net/nlsep25
Packed with #MSK news, upcoming events, and member updates you won’t want to miss.
Read it now: arma.uk.net/nlsep25
This week is RA Awareness Week, a time to shine a light on the impact of rheumatoid arthritis and the importance of early diagnosis.
To support this, NRAS has launched the “Is it RA?” Symptom Checker - a quick, easy tool help spot early signs of RA.
🔗 isitRA.co.uk
To support this, NRAS has launched the “Is it RA?” Symptom Checker - a quick, easy tool help spot early signs of RA.
🔗 isitRA.co.uk
RA Symptom Checker | NRAS
This is a symptom checker and not a diagnostic tool, if you have any health concerns please contact your healthcare provider.
isitRA.co.uk
September 15, 2025 at 9:26 AM
This week is RA Awareness Week, a time to shine a light on the impact of rheumatoid arthritis and the importance of early diagnosis.
To support this, NRAS has launched the “Is it RA?” Symptom Checker - a quick, easy tool help spot early signs of RA.
🔗 isitRA.co.uk
To support this, NRAS has launched the “Is it RA?” Symptom Checker - a quick, easy tool help spot early signs of RA.
🔗 isitRA.co.uk
Over 20 million people in the UK live with MSK conditions - many in constant pain. This #PainAwarenessMonth, we're calling for prevention, support & better care to be made a priority.
Visit ARMA’s website for resources on supporting people with pain - tinyurl.com/2sy2p76r
Visit ARMA’s website for resources on supporting people with pain - tinyurl.com/2sy2p76r
Webinars | ARMA Best Practice with NHSE | Video archive
The MSK Webinar Series Coming soon: Watch again: Coproduction - lived-experience partners Understanding MSK social prescribing Patient organisations implementing GIRFT Services to support people to li...
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September 3, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Over 20 million people in the UK live with MSK conditions - many in constant pain. This #PainAwarenessMonth, we're calling for prevention, support & better care to be made a priority.
Visit ARMA’s website for resources on supporting people with pain - tinyurl.com/2sy2p76r
Visit ARMA’s website for resources on supporting people with pain - tinyurl.com/2sy2p76r
Don't miss ARMA's next MSK Inequalities Community of Practice session!
🗓️ Tuesday 2 September
🕧 12:30 PM
💬 Hear from our guest speaker and connect with others working to tackle MSK inequalities.
🔗tinyurl.com/3suycstj
🗓️ Tuesday 2 September
🕧 12:30 PM
💬 Hear from our guest speaker and connect with others working to tackle MSK inequalities.
🔗tinyurl.com/3suycstj
August 29, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Don't miss ARMA's next MSK Inequalities Community of Practice session!
🗓️ Tuesday 2 September
🕧 12:30 PM
💬 Hear from our guest speaker and connect with others working to tackle MSK inequalities.
🔗tinyurl.com/3suycstj
🗓️ Tuesday 2 September
🕧 12:30 PM
💬 Hear from our guest speaker and connect with others working to tackle MSK inequalities.
🔗tinyurl.com/3suycstj
Looking for something new to listen to?
Cornwall Arthritis Trust has launched the Freedom to Move podcast.
Ep.1 features Prof. Tony Woolf on the charity’s origins, advice for living well with arthritis & more!
Listen now tinyurl.com/hprjfnh9
Cornwall Arthritis Trust has launched the Freedom to Move podcast.
Ep.1 features Prof. Tony Woolf on the charity’s origins, advice for living well with arthritis & more!
Listen now tinyurl.com/hprjfnh9
Freedom to Move Podcast 1
Listen to Freedom to Move Podcast 1 by Freedom to Move #np on #SoundCloud
tinyurl.com
August 20, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Looking for something new to listen to?
Cornwall Arthritis Trust has launched the Freedom to Move podcast.
Ep.1 features Prof. Tony Woolf on the charity’s origins, advice for living well with arthritis & more!
Listen now tinyurl.com/hprjfnh9
Cornwall Arthritis Trust has launched the Freedom to Move podcast.
Ep.1 features Prof. Tony Woolf on the charity’s origins, advice for living well with arthritis & more!
Listen now tinyurl.com/hprjfnh9
📢 The August edition of the ARMA Newsletter is out now!
📰 Read reflections on the 10-Year Plan, the latest member updates, MSK news, and upcoming events.
➡️ Check it out here: arma.uk.net/nlaug25
📰 Read reflections on the 10-Year Plan, the latest member updates, MSK news, and upcoming events.
➡️ Check it out here: arma.uk.net/nlaug25
August 19, 2025 at 1:33 PM
📢 The August edition of the ARMA Newsletter is out now!
📰 Read reflections on the 10-Year Plan, the latest member updates, MSK news, and upcoming events.
➡️ Check it out here: arma.uk.net/nlaug25
📰 Read reflections on the 10-Year Plan, the latest member updates, MSK news, and upcoming events.
➡️ Check it out here: arma.uk.net/nlaug25
Helpful advice on managing arthritis pain in this @telegraphnews.bsky.social article. Features great insights from an @arthritisaction.org.uk advisor. Worth a read!
telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/conditions/bones-joints/natural-ways-to-relieve-arthritis-pain/
telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/conditions/bones-joints/natural-ways-to-relieve-arthritis-pain/
telegraph.co.uk
August 13, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Helpful advice on managing arthritis pain in this @telegraphnews.bsky.social article. Features great insights from an @arthritisaction.org.uk advisor. Worth a read!
telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/conditions/bones-joints/natural-ways-to-relieve-arthritis-pain/
telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/conditions/bones-joints/natural-ways-to-relieve-arthritis-pain/
Join us for Today for the August MSK Inequalities Community of Practice online lunchtime session!
🕧 12:30pm – 1:30pm
All welcome - more details and link to join is here - tinyurl.com/yc26c7ex
🕧 12:30pm – 1:30pm
All welcome - more details and link to join is here - tinyurl.com/yc26c7ex
August 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Join us for Today for the August MSK Inequalities Community of Practice online lunchtime session!
🕧 12:30pm – 1:30pm
All welcome - more details and link to join is here - tinyurl.com/yc26c7ex
🕧 12:30pm – 1:30pm
All welcome - more details and link to join is here - tinyurl.com/yc26c7ex
Join us for ARMA’s next MSK Inequalities Community of Practice online lunchtime drop-in session!
🗓️Tuesday 5 August
🕧12:30pm – 1:30pm
Hear from guest speakers and connect with others working to tackle MSK inequalities. Don’t miss it!
More details 👉 tinyurl.com/yc26c7ex
🗓️Tuesday 5 August
🕧12:30pm – 1:30pm
Hear from guest speakers and connect with others working to tackle MSK inequalities. Don’t miss it!
More details 👉 tinyurl.com/yc26c7ex
July 31, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Join us for ARMA’s next MSK Inequalities Community of Practice online lunchtime drop-in session!
🗓️Tuesday 5 August
🕧12:30pm – 1:30pm
Hear from guest speakers and connect with others working to tackle MSK inequalities. Don’t miss it!
More details 👉 tinyurl.com/yc26c7ex
🗓️Tuesday 5 August
🕧12:30pm – 1:30pm
Hear from guest speakers and connect with others working to tackle MSK inequalities. Don’t miss it!
More details 👉 tinyurl.com/yc26c7ex