Over 20 million people in the UK, almost one-third of the population, have a musculoskeletal condition such as arthritis or back pain.
This page provides information and resources to help you manage your muscle or joint problems.
Your local NHS now provides getUBetter - a FREE, easy-to-use app helping you to self-manage your muscle, bone, and joint (MSK) injuries and conditions.
no need to wait for an appointment
instant access to a personalised plan
safe and effective
getUBetter is an app helping you self-manage your muscle, bone or joint problem at home, work, and on the move.
It covers a range of MSK injuries and conditions, like back pain and ankle pain, and is designed to help you recover, understand when and where to seek help, and prevent further injuries.
Who can use getUBetter?
- Anyone over 16
- Anyone who's been advised or chose to self-manage
- Anyone waiting for treatment
What will I get?
- A personalised recovery plan
- Step-by-step guidance
- Exercises based on your condition
- Advice to seek help, if needed.
- Referral to your local healthcare providers, treatments, and services, if needed.
How do I access getUBetter?
You don't need to be referred to the programme by your GP. You can download the getUBetter app from the App Store or Google Play. Patients can access the getUBetter support tool directly, click on the link https://getubetter.org/3j8yJ0O
Need more help? Email:
Arthritis
Arthritis is not a single condition, in fact its a term used to describe pain, swelling and stiffness in a joint or joints and there are several different types.
Around 10 million people in the UK are thought to have arthritis. It can affect people of all ages – even children and teenagers. Some forms of arthritis are more common in older people.
If you have pain in or around a joint or joints that doesn’t go away after a few days, you should see a doctor. Finding out what’s causing your pain is key to finding the right treatment and self-help options.
Versus Arthritis is there to provide comprehensive information for people living with or suspecting they may have arthritis.
Visit the Versus Arthritis website to find out more, including how to exercise safely when living with arthritis.