You can self-refer free on the NHS for muscle, joint & back problems, if you are aged 18 & over, for assessments, investigations and treatments.
For particular conditions or where surgical intervention may be needed the MSK service will refer to the hospital orthopaedic surgical team, if appropriate.
If you have pain in more that 2 body areas your request will be declined as they can only focus with one main problem at a time.
Possible outcomes:
- Advanced assessment in the MSK service
- Telephone or virtual management
- Face-to-face physiotherapy
Learn more about the MSK service & helpful exercises to help
If over the counter pain relief from a pharmacy is not helping:
If you need help with a minor injury please visit a Minor Injuries Unit