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Musculoskeletal & joint diseases

Take care of the joints and be able to advise on topical pain relief and lifestyle advice.

musculoskeletal-pain

Mini Tutor: Managing musculoskeletal pain

Update your knowledge on musculoskeletal conditions and confidently recommend a new pain product

01 Oct 2025 , 5 Min Module

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Joint and muscle pain

Muscles and joints carefully connect bones and systems throughout the body, allowing us to walk, speak, blink and breathe. As they are used daily, however, they can come under strain from overuse or become injured due to trauma. Luckily, there are many treatment options available in the pharmacy.

06 Jun 2025 , 15 Min Module

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Muscle & joint pain

Muscles and joints allow us the freedom of movement, flexibility and mobility. From time to time, however, they may become strained or injured for various reasons. This module looks at how you can advise customers with OTC treatments and self care.

18 Jul 2024 , 15 Min Module

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No gain with pain

Many people believe that aches and pains are inevitable as we age, but this is not the case. Training Matters explores how simple changes and habits can positively impact joint and muscle health

25 Mar 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Flex out on joint pain

Joint pain can significantly impact day-to-day life. Explore the advice and support available in the pharmacy.

13 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article

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What a pain! Tackling muscle and joint issues

Cases of musculoskeletal conditions in the UK continue to rise, what advice pharmacy teams can offer to those suffering?

11 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Muscle and joint pain

Think you're up to speed on strains and sprains? Our latest module aims to boost your confidence when recommending OTC treatments and further advice for muscle and joint pain.

15 Mar 2023 , 15 Min Module

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First prescriptions for gout

This module covers medicines used in the management of gout.

14 Feb 2023 , 20 Min Module

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Clinical update on gout

Drawing on the June 2022 NICE guidance, Gout: Diagnosis and Management (NG219), this module provides a clinical update on the causes of gout and identifies those who are at higher risk of developing the condition.

13 Jan 2023 , 20 Min Module

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Managing muscle and joint pain

Help customers avoid muscle and joint injury with preventative measures and relevant OTC treatments

15 Jun 2022 , 15 Min Module

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A new approach to osteoarthritis and joint pain

When customers come to your pharmacy with joint pain associated with osteoarthritis or joint wear and tear, it may mean they have reached the point where their quality of life is being impacted.

05 May 2021 , 14 Min Module

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Muscle and joint pain

With sports injuries resulting in muscle and joint pain, prevention is often key and pharmacy teams can help.

13 Mar 2020 , 15 Min Module

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Managing rheumatoid arthritis

This CPD module provides an overview of rheumatoid arthritis and helps pharmacy technicians spot its signs and symptoms.

12 Mar 2020 , 4 Min Module

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Lower back pain

This module looks at lower back pain and sciatica, discussing coping and treatment strategies and when to refer to the GP

27 Jul 2018 , 900 Min Module

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Muscle and joint pain

This Professional Assistant: Learn and Advise module focuses on muscle and joint pain.

28 Jun 2017 , 15 Min Module

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Falls prevention and osteoporosis

This CPD module looks at pharmacists' role in managing falls prevention and osteoporosis

16 Nov 2016 , 900 Min Module

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