Musculoskeletal (MSK) health is fundamental to how we live, work and age well.
Improving MSK health is essential to increasing
healthy life expectancy, reducing inequalities,
supporting economic participation and easing
pressure on the NHS, social care and wider society.
ARMA is the collective voice of musculoskeletal
health, bringing together organisations, expertise
and leadership to influence policy, drive system
change and improve the lives of 20 million people.
1 in 4
GP appointments are
for MSK conditions
MSK conditions
cost the NHS
£5bn
each year
People living with MSK
conditions are
1.5x
more likely to report
mental health concerns.
30m
working days are
lost each year to
MSK conditions.
Our five year strategy sets out how ARMA will make MSK health a national priority and improve the lives of millions.
Supporting people through timely, high quality, person centred care and support, and the confidence and knowledge to manage their health.
Reducing the unequal impact of musculoskeletal conditions by improving access, addressing the social determinants of health and ensuring services reach the communities most affected.
Recognising musculoskeletal (MSK) health as a foundation for managing long term conditions and improving outcomes across the health system.
Supporting locally led, joined up services that create the conditions for good musculoskeletal (MSK) health close to home.
Creating the conditions for good musculoskeletal (MSK) health through prevention, early intervention and coordinated action across communities, workplaces and services.
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