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What is MSK?
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Musculosketal (MSK) includes over 200 different conditions affecting:
- joints
- bones
- muscles
- and soft tissuesÂ
MSK covers individual services like:
- Orthopaedics
- Rheumatology
- Chronic Pain
- and Physiotherapy
As well as back and neck pain MSK services also deals with:
- shoulder
- elbow
- wrist
- knee
- ankle and foot problems
MSK conditions are a major burden on both individuals and the NHS and with increases in life expectancy and an aging population, MSK conditions such as arthritis and joint pains will only increase.