Collated some great resources on frozen shoulder for our September monthly picks with my mate Nina. Our way of promoting evidence based practice locally. With thanks to Professor Jeremy Lewis PhD FCSP and Jo Gibson for two great podcasts!

Could addressing diagnostic uncertainty improve identification of AxSpA in primary care? A professional issue explored in this original work published in Musculoskeletal Care: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ms… Dr. Dale Webb (he/him) , Carol McCrum , Raj Sengupta , @RheumPT_MACP , PCRMM Society

Are you looking to further your MSK physiotherapy career in Edinburgh. The Edinburgh MSK Physiotherapy Service are looking for two part-time band 6 MSK Physiotherapists! Further information for these amazing opportunities can be found on job train: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?…

Congratulations to Jordan Hepburn and colleagues for demonstrating that it is possible to achieve more timely diagnosis of #axialSpA

The future of UK clinical research delivery in one shot, according to Alasdair Grey, Director Research and Development, NHS Lothian #LothianResearch2023

Edinburgh MSK B7 Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner job currently being advertised Excellent opportunity to act as a 1st contact clinician and be a MSK expert in an exciting and evolving area of physio, check it out ⬇️ apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?…

The entire programme from Scotland’s Health Research and Innovation Conference is now available on demand on our YouTube channel. #CSOat50 CSO(Health)Scotland Anna Dominiczak 👇 youtube.com/playlist?list=…

Some excellent work on show from NHS Lothian at NSN.

We are holding an FCP conference for advanced physio practitioners on 28th March in Edinburgh with speakers talking on all 4 pillars of practice - Neil Langridge, Michelle Angus, Dr Martin Brunet amongst others. First time in Scotland. Last few spaces remaining and its free!!

🚨Just published🚨 The role of the first contact practitioner #FCP from a rheumatology perspective... 🎯Frontline triage & screening ✍️Appropriate referrals ⏰Early detection 🧮Capabilities and level of practice academic.oup.com/rheumap/articl… via Rheumatology & Rheumatology Advances in Practice

Following on from the Learning at Work week last week, listen to Phil Ackerman, MSK Consultant Physiotherapist, as he discusses one of the new AHP Learning and Development Strategic Framework themes: people phil ackerman Heather Cameron WeAHPs 💙 NHS Lothian #Learning #AHPs @Ahpscot

What do expert rheumatology physios think about barriers and facilitators to #axSpA identification amongst #FCPs? 👀 Gerard Greene Physiotherapist 👨‍💻 doi.org/10.1002/msc.70…

Today The British Journal of General Practice has published our article which explores the challenges and experiences of those working in primary care in diagnosing #AxialSpA #AxialSpondyloarthritis #AnkylosingSpondylitis #AxialSpA #AxialSpondyloarthritis #AxSpA Read here: buff.ly/3XiaAWM

📢 Calling all #physiotherapists working in/near rheumatology! Do you treat or screen for inflammatory MSK conditions in your clinic? 💬 We need to hear your thoughts on the Rheumatology Physio Capabilities Framework (even if you have not yet used it) 🔗 buff.ly/ZPdmNXd

Today is the day! LAUNCH of the BSR guideline for axial spondyloarthritis - a blog on the BSR news page rheumatology.org.uk/news - podcast talkingrheumatology.buzzsprout.com - video on the BSR youtube channel youtube.com/watch?v=p-b1iN… - and the guideline itself doi.org/10.1093/rheuma…

AxSp diagnostic delay is a challenge for all MSK clinicians. Come and hear Lucy McCann discuss her work around this vital area. Lucy is an FCP and advanced practitioner specializing in MSK triage at Leamington Spa Rehabilitation Hospital. Book here: macpweb.org/events/488/mac…

We’re looking forward to tomorrow’s NHS Lothian R&D Conference 2025. A great opportunity to meet clinical research professionals and enjoy over 10 inspiring and influential speakers, as well as presentations from selected abstract submissions. #2025R&DConf

Delighted to share findings from our research on GPs experience of MSK APPs in Primary Care at #2025R&DConf Full article here: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39983524/ The Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership NHS Lothian QueenMargaretUni MSKPhysioJournal Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

Our essential introduction to rheumatology for physiotherapists, first contact practitioners, and other AHPs. Join us online, with sessions covering essentials for top-quality care, that aren't always covered in day-to-day practice. View the programme: bit.ly/3MtJZhH