Musculoskeletal Conditions

Musculoskeletal Conditions (Muscles and Joints)

We would be very happy to support you in managing your pain in the joints or back. You may also wish to explore opportunities for self-help should you feel it is appropriate to do so as a first step.

Self-Referral to Physiotherapy Service

Locally Solent NHS Trust offers self referral for physiotherapy and you can follow links below to organise a referral online or please click here to download the form.

Our local GP Federation also offers self referral for physiotherapy. You can contact directly to seek advice using telephone numbers: 02380170610 or 02380170611.

Self-Help Resources

You can also access online resources for self help and understanding of musculoskeletal problems using Self Help link as follows - www.soccgpx.mskassist.com

Another good resource is provided by Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and you can access it using link as follows - https://www.csp.org.uk/conditions/managing-pain-home

An exhaustive list of self-management resources have been put together as part of the MSK-Tracker project (Grant 21405) funded by Versus Arthritis, led by Dr Jonathan Hill at Keele University. Please find below relevant links to explore possible options for you to follow

Spinal Problems: Neck and Back
Limbs: Shoulder, Elbow, Hand, Hip, Knee, Ankle and Foot
Pain management: Useful resources to learn about managing pain with medicines and self-help
Management Resources: Related to different musculoskeletal conditions
Personal and Mental Wellbeing Resources - including life style and diet