Resources
Medically unexplained symptoms
A good introduction to the presentation of medically unexplained symptoms, what may underlie the presentation, why the consultations can be so stressful and unsatisfactory for all parties and and some strategies to help clinicians better manage such patients
PCRMM Webinar: Understanding Osteoporosis
Assessing fracture risk in Primary Care and case presentations from everyday practice.
Royal Osteoporosis Society healthcare professional tools and resources
Excellent source of information for patients and healthcare professionals on all aspects of osteoporosis diagnosis and management
Lab tests online
aimed at patients but useful basic resource for those who are new to blood test use and interpretation
Musculoskeletal Specialities
There are a large number of topics, with focus on the most common and significant presentations in primary care.
Pain Management and Fibromyalgia
Description An engaging session with Giles speaking about Pain Management and Fibromyalgia talking through person-centred approaches and the importance of good communication when working with patients.Dr Giles Hazan, GPwSI MSK […]
Top Ten Tips in Spondyloarthritis
Description A session on Spondylarthritis which was much appreciated answering questions were pressing for a number of delegates.Dr Danny Murphy, GP in Honiton and a Staff Grade Rheumatologist in Exeter. […]
When to refer for Spinal Surgery
Description Offering practical advice around the key factors to when considering a referral for spinal surgery.Mr Birender Balain, Spinal surgeon at the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry […]
Osteoporosis and FRAX
Description Providing a very straightforward discussion around fall fracture risk assessment in Primary Care and how to use FRAX and adapt it for different clinical scenarios. An engaging and informative […]