Orthopaedics
Useful websites on the topic of Orthopaedics.
Hand Therapy
The British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH)
Hand therapy is the non-surgical management of hand disorders and injuries using physical methods such as exercise, splinting and wound care.
Foot and ankle: Common Conditions
British Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society
Information on common foot and ankle conditions and procedures. BOFAS has over 500 members including surgeons.
The State of Musculoskeletal Health 2021
Versus Arthritis
The State of Musculoskeletal Health is a collection of the most up-to-date, UK-wide statistics on arthritis and other musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions.
Patient Information
The British Association of Hand Therapists (BAHT)
A guide for patients about hand therapy, different hand conditions and treatments. Also information to help you find a local Hand Therapist or Surgeon.
Hand Disorders
The British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH)
The BSSH foster and co-ordinate education, study and research in Hand Surgery, and disseminate knowledge. Database of common conditions.
Shoulder Symptoms, Treatment, Research
Lennard Funk
Provides patients with current information and guidance including symptoms, treatment, research & education.
Patient Information
British Elbow and Shoulder Society
BESS has produced a variety of information to assist patients with shoulder or elbow conditions including advice and videos demonstrating exercises to help stiffness.
Patient Information
British Association of Spine Surgeons
The British Association of Spine Surgeons provide information, booklets, NICE Guidelines and useful links on a variety of conditions and procedures.
See Also
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