My Joint Health Hub is available to everyone, however, the information and resources are aimed at adults living in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
This website covers general information about conditions affecting your muscles, bones and joints, otherwise known as your musculoskeletal system.
The content on this website has been put together and approved by local healthcare professionals and is designed to help you understand more about your condition and what you can do to help yourself. There is also information about keeping healthy and accessing local services to support you.
The information on this website is suitable for adults only. Visit the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children website for information for children and young people.
Below are links to more information about common body areas where you may experience musculoskeletal problems
If you are struggling with ongoing pain, also known as persistent or chronic pain which you have had for more than 3 months, please see the Persistent Pain page
getUBetter free support app
Need help with your muscle or joint problems?
Your local NHS now provides getUBetter – a FREE, easy-to-use app helping you to self-manage your muscle, bone, and joint injuries and conditions:
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- no need to wait for an appointment
- instant access to a personalised programme to help you recover
- safe and effective
Who is getUBetter for?
The getUBetter app is for:
- anyone over 18 who requires support to self-manage a muscle, bone, or joint injury or condition
- anyone who has been advised or chose to self-manage their injury/condition
- anyone waiting for treatment on the NHS, at Occupational Health or privately, such as for Physiotherapy
How do I download and use getUBetter?
- Follow the link to access your local health service, then select the area you live in and your GP practice, as well as the condition of your choosing. Enter your email. getUBetter – Request Access
- Download the getUBetter app and register using the same email address used to access your local health service.
- Follow the instructions in the app to access your support pathway.
- Follow your getUBetter program and improve your health.
If you need further help getting started, watch our videos:
Or get in touch with one of our team by emailing contact@getubetter.com