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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.

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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 07/01/2026
Good MSK health is built beyond healthcare — through daily movement, healthy workplaces, supportive communities & environments that make healthy & active choices easy. That’s why we’ve joined @oha-updates.bsky.social to welcome new rules limiting junk food marketing to children.
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Open Letter to Secretaries of State Urges Tougher Junk Food Advertising Rules to Protect Children - Obesity Health Alliance
The Obesity Health Alliance has written to the Secretaries of State for Health and Social Care and for Culture, Media and Sport to welcome the introduction of the Less Healthy Food and Drink Advertisi...
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 05/01/2026
Patients, advocates & patient orgs are invited to join MDR-RA for a webinar on 20 Jan. Learn about the MDR-RA project and multidrug-resistant RA, with time for Q&A and discussion. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_I4Ay5KZ_S9eFx0JlP0JHmg
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 16/12/2025
The final ARMA Newsletter of 2025 has landed! Catch up on member updates, the latest MSK news and start planning ahead with 2026 events. Read now 👉tinyurl.com/2s3fthky
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 10/12/2025
MSK drives England’s biggest health inequality gap 🧐📰Essential reading today in @hsj.co.uk www.hsj.co.uk/health-inequ...
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MSK drives England’s biggest health inequality gap
Analysis shows musculoskeletal conditions create England's largest health inequality gap, with community physiotherapy offering the best route to tackling preventable ill health in deprived areas
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 01/12/2025
Just 2 weeks left to enter the EULAR Edgar Stene Prize Essay Competition 2026! ✍️ Open to anyone 18+ living with a rheumatic or MSK disease (or their family member) who wants to share their personal story. Full details here: tinyurl.com/rzfhc2nw
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EULAR Edgar Stene Prize Competition 2026
“Is it all in the genes, or not? How rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) shape and reshape family connections”.
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 26/11/2025
There's still time to enter the EULAR Edgar Stene Prize Essay Competition 2026! ✍️ Open to anyone 18+ living with a rheumatic or MSK disease (or their family member) who wants to share their personal story. Full details here: tinyurl.com/rzfhc2nw
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EULAR Edgar Stene Prize Competition 2026
“Is it all in the genes, or not? How rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) shape and reshape family connections”.
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Flippin' Pain @flippinpain.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
We’ve been mentioned in ARMA's Prevention Policy Position Paper under 'national campaigns and resources' for primary prevention! Thanks to @arma.uk.net for this important paper. Also, we do love a mention...😁🙌 Read the full paper here👉 loom.ly/PW6GGPs
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From information to action: a co-created evaluation of digital resources for musculoskeletal disorders - BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Background Digital self-management plays a key role in musculoskeletal care, yet the quality and accessibility of online resources vary. This study used a co-production approach to evaluate digital resources for chronic musculoskeletal disorders, ensuring they reflected patient priorities and practical needs. Methods A systematic search identified 91 digital resources, reviewed by a Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement group using a structured rating framework. They assessed visual a...
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 18/11/2025
📰 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
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ARMA Newsletter November 2025
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 12/11/2025
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!
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 04/11/2025
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!
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 29/10/2025
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 🔗
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 21/10/2025
📰 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
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ARMA Newsletter October 2025
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 20/10/2025
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
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 19/10/2025
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
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 17/10/2025
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
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Arthritis Action @arthritisaction.org.uk · 17/10/2025
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.
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 16/10/2025
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
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Royal Osteoporosis Society @royalosteosoc.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
🦴 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
Promotional image for Bone and Joint Week 2025 stating "1 in 3 people in the UK live with an MSK condition" and highlights the opportunity behind every third person to prevent pain, support independence, and drive change. Includes hashtag #BoneAndJointWeek.
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 15/10/2025
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.
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Arthritis Action @arthritisaction.org.uk · 12/10/2025
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
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britorthopaedic.bsky.social @britorthopaedic.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
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
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britorthopaedic.bsky.social @britorthopaedic.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
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
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 13/10/2025
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
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 23/09/2025
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
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ARMA Newsletter September 2025
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 15/09/2025
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
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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.
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 03/09/2025
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
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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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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 29/08/2025
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
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 20/08/2025
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
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Freedom to Move Podcast 1
Listen to Freedom to Move Podcast 1 by Freedom to Move #np on #SoundCloud
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 19/08/2025
📢 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
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 13/08/2025
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/
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 05/08/2025
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
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 31/07/2025
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
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 28/07/2025
Do you have osteoporosis? 🦴 Your insights could lead to real change. The APPG for #osteoporosis is eager to hear about your experience of osteoporosis care. This is your chance to shape the future of patient support. forms.office.com/e/kYEWp6YDuG
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 23/07/2025
Fantastic to see so many ARMA members coming together today to share reflections on the 10 Year Health Plan and discuss the future of MSK care. A great show of collaboration, insight, and commitment to improving lives.
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 22/07/2025
📰☕Catch up with the latest ARMA Newsletter – with updates from our members, MSK news, and upcoming events you won’t want to miss! 🗞️ Read and subscribe 👉 arma.uk.net/nljul25
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 24/06/2025
📰 The June edition of the ARMA newsletter is here! Packed with the latest #MSK news, member updates, and events. Read it now: arma.uk.net/nljun25
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 23/06/2025
Don’t miss the next MSK Health Inequalities Community of Practice! Our guest speaker, Clinical Delivery Lead Nick Livadas, will share how a community MSK service identified their underserved groups. 📅1st July ⏰12:30pm-1:30pm 🔗us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mAflW1o4St-ZOm6RKMDmTA#/registration
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 11/06/2025
New in HSJ: ARMA’s reports reveal key gaps in leadership, prioritisation & strategic planning for MSK care across England's local health systems. 📉 Read full findings here: arma.uk.net/icb/ www.hsj.co.uk/policy-and-r...
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ICB Approach to Musculoskeletal Services report | ARMA
Many Integrated Care Boards are not giving MSK the attention it requires to comply with their statutory duties. A strategic, cross-system approach is required.
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 03/06/2025
📢The INSPIRE-Flare survey is live! Cambridge Uni researchers are asking people with autoimmune diseases to share their experiences with flares. Your insights can help improve flare recognition and treatment. 🔗Take part and share the survey here: bit.ly/4kOQeyg
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INSPIRE Flare Survey
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 02/06/2025
Join us tomorrow for the next MSK Inequalities Community of Practice! 🗓️3rd June 12:30–1:30pm Hear from guest Kay Stevenson, Consultant Physiotherapist on work to address inequalities by Midlands Partnership University NHS FT MSK service Register now: tinyurl.com/3yasfru5
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: MSK Health Inequalities Community of Practice. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Are you working to tackle inequalities in musculoskeletal health? Do you want to connect with others who are facing the same challenges and are finding solutions? Then ARMA’s community of practice...
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 29/05/2025
Are you tackling MSK health inequalities? Want to connect, share, and learn with others doing the same? Join us for ARMA’s next COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE session! 📅 Next meeting: 3 June 2025, 12:30–1:30pm 🔗Register now: tinyurl.com/3yasfru5
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: MSK Health Inequalities Community of Practice. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Are you working to tackle inequalities in musculoskeletal health? Do you want to connect with others who are facing the same challenges and are finding solutions? Then ARMA’s community of practice...
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 21/05/2025
There's still time to become an ARMA Trustee! Applications close this Friday - 23 May. We welcome knowledge of: · Lived experience · Income generation · Policy · Children & young people · Diversity & inclusion . Get in touch for more information - projects@arma.uk.net
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 20/05/2025
The latest ARMA Newsletter is out now - featuring MSK news, updates and reflections from ARMA CEO @suebrownsb.bsky.social on 8 years at the helm of the organisation. 📰🔗Read it here: arma.uk.net/nlmay25
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 19/05/2025
One year on from the Act Now report on MSK health inequalities and deprivation, ARMA is proud to share our new impact report. See the progress, reach and influence the report has had over the past year. Read it here: tinyurl.com/4b7r2n2p
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 15/05/2025
Delighted to be at #NOACONF25 and thanks to the National Orthopaedic Alliance for inviting ARMA to speak about MSK prevention and share findings of our report on ICB approaches to MSK health. arma.uk.net/icb/
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 14/05/2025
Read more on our CEO announcement here: arma.uk.net/arma-new-chief-executive/
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ARMA announces appointment of new Chief Executive
Our new CEO Adrian Bradley has extensive knowledge and experience of tackling health inequalities in some of the country’s most disadvantaged communities.
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 14/05/2025
ARMA is delighted to announce the appointment of Adrian Bradley as our new Chief Executive. Adrian brings a wealth of experience gained across public, private & charity sectors & a commitment to MSK health to lead ARMA in expanding our impact and shaping UK MSK policy.
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 09/05/2025
Nominations are open to join the ARMA Trustee Board! Deadline: Fri 23 May We welcome knowledge of: · Lived experience · Income generation · Policy · Children & young people · Diversity & inclusion Get in touch for more information - arma.uk.net/arma-posts/contact-us/
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 06/05/2025
A huge thank you to everyone who joined today’s first ARMA Inequalities Community of Practice session! 🙌 Incredible energy and commitment to tackling #MSK inequalities from people at all stages of the journey. Register for future sessions here: tinyurl.com/3yasfru5
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: MSK Health Inequalities Community of Practice. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Are you working to tackle inequalities in musculoskeletal health? Do you want to connect with others who are facing the same challenges and are finding solutions? Then ARMA’s community of practice...
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 02/05/2025
There’s still time to register for ARMA’s first Community of Practice session - open to all working to or wanting to address MSK inequalities. Register ➡️ tinyurl.com/3yasfru5
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