ARMA Musculoskeletal Map of England

NRAS is an active member of ARMA (the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance which is an umbrella organisation) and supports the actions ARMA is calling for. The purpose of these maps is to demonstrate the local variations in quality of NHS musculoskeletal services which exist in England. The raw data underpinning these maps is appended to the document.

In highlighting these local variations, ARMA is aiming to highlight the need for clear, national action to improve NHS musculoskeletal services – and ensure that all people living with a musculoskeletal disorder receive the same, high-quality, standard of care wherever they live in the country.

In order to achieve the national action required, ARMA is calling for:

• The appointment of a National Clinical Director for musculoskeletal services to provide strategic guidance and to lead and develop new priorities and incentives for musculoskeletal services in the UK
• A revised musculoskeletal services strategy, ensuring that there is a clear line of accountability and responsibility within the Department of Health for delivering effective strategies so that patients are provided with the quality of service originally envisaged by the Department of Health in its MSF

Click here to view the Musculoskeletal Map of England