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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 19d

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

ARMA Newsletter September 2025

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ARMA @arma.uk.net · 27d

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

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 · Sep 3

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

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 · Aug 29

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

ARMA @arma.uk.net · Aug 20

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

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 · Aug 19

📢 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

ARMA @arma.uk.net · Aug 13

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 · Aug 5

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

ARMA @arma.uk.net · Jul 31

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

ARMA @arma.uk.net · Jul 28

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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.
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ARMA @arma.uk.net · Jul 23

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 · Jul 22

📰☕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 · Jun 24

📰 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 · Jun 23

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 · Jun 11

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...

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 · Jun 3

📢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

INSPIRE Flare Survey

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ARMA @arma.uk.net · Jun 2

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

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 · May 29

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

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 · May 21

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 - [email protected]

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ARMA @arma.uk.net · May 20

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 · May 19

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 · May 15

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 · May 14

Read more on our CEO announcement here: arma.uk.net/arma-new-chief-executive/

ARMA @arma.uk.net · May 14

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 · May 9

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/