The Planned Treatment Scheme – S2 funding
An alternative to long NHS waiting lists or private care Lucy Douglas, GP and former President of the Primary Care Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Medicine Society, has published an article looking into the S2 funding scheme as an option for patients on long waiting lists for planned NHS care. It’s possible for eligible patients to get…
Right to Rehab – and Rehabilitation Awareness
BASRaT has asked its registrants to engage with Rehabilitation Awareness Week (15th – 21st September 2025) with the aim of showcasing how they have enriched peoples’ lives. Rehabilitation can be life changing and everyone should have a right to rehab, regardless of their postcode. It was truly awe inspiring to hear the real-life stories that…
The BOA’s AI Conference 2025
Following the success of the conference over the last three years, the BOA is delighted to announce that the 2025 AI in Orthopaedics and MSK event will take place on Monday 1st and Tuesday 2nd December 2025 at 10 Union Street, London. Visionary Keynotes – from leading surgeons, researchers, and technologists showcasing AI breakthroughs poised…
A brand-new Chiro Live 2025 experience
Join Joe Wicks and holistic health experts at Chiro Live 2025 This November, the Chiro Live 2025 conference is opening its doors to the public for the very first time for a brand-new experience tailored for those curious about living better, moving more, and taking a whole-person approach to health. Introducing ‘Thrive: A Holistic Health…
Versus Arthritis Response to the Men’s Health Strategy
In April, the government announced plans for England’s first Men’s Health Strategy, aimed at addressing the life expectancy gap and health conditions that disproportionately affect men. To help shape the strategy, the government launched a call for evidence – and Versus Arthritis used this opportunity to highlight the estimated 8.7 million men in England living…
SOMM on the Physio Network podcast
SOMM is excited to announce that two of their Teaching Fellows, Darren Collin and Johnny Smith have recorded an episode for the Physio Network podcast, in which they discussed the role of manual therapy in physiotherapy, along with the key differences between NHS and private practice. This insightful conversation (coming soon to your podcast feeds)…
Please join us at the BOA Gala Dinner 2025
The BOA Gala Dinner 2025 is set to sparkle! Please join the British Orthopaedic Association at the Municipal Hotel, Liverpool for an unforgettable night of elegance, inspiration and celebration. Wednesday 17th September 2025. Drinks from 7:30 PM / Dinner at 8:15 PM. Dress Code: Black Tie This year the gala features football legend John Barnes…
Disability benefit changes – what they mean
In June, Versus Arthritis launched their Cut to the Bone campaign, calling on the UK Government to rethink its proposed cuts to disability benefits. In response, almost 40,000 people emailed their MPs, calling on them to vote against these cuts. The campaign really made a difference. People with arthritis came together to call for change,…
ORUK event – Collision sports injury conference
Collision sports injury conference 10 October 2025 The Berkeley Hotel, London A one-day ORUK event focused on managing complex injuries in high-energy collision sports. Topics include ACL injuries, shoulder dislocations, Achilles ruptures, spinal trauma, and concussion. Join national and international experts for case-based discussions and the latest in return-to-play strategies. Further information from the website.
ORUK event – Modern hip resurfacing
Modern hip resurfacing: Technique, innovation, and global perspectives 3 October 2025 The Berkeley Hotel, London Join leading experts to explore the resurgence of hip resurfacing at this CPD-accredited ORUK event. The programme covers the latest in implant technology, surgical techniques, and the anterior approach, with lectures, case discussions, and debates. Designed for orthopaedic consultants, trainees,…