Background & aims Musculoskeletal pain, the most common cause of disability globally, is
most frequently managed in primary care. People with musculoskeletal pain in different body …

Objective To estimate the prevalence of burnout among primary health-care professionals
in low-and middle-income countries and to identify factors associated with burnout. Methods …

Objective To evaluate the comparative effectiveness of current treatment options for plantar
heel pain (PHP). Design Systematic review and network meta-analysis (NMA). Data sources …

Introduction The demand for musculoskeletal (MSK) care is rising, and is a growing challenge
for general practice. Direct access to physiotherapy and other healthcare services may …

Evidence from the Global Burden of Disease studies suggests that osteoarthritis (OA) is a
significant cause of disability globally; however, it is less clear how much of this burden exists …

Background: There are currently many treatment options for patients with subacromial shoulder
conditions (SSCs). Clinical decision-making regarding the best treatment option is often …

Background Self-harm is a serious risk factor for suicide, a major public health concern, and
a significant burden on the NHS. Rates of self-harm presentation in primary care are rising …

The utility of Quantitative Ultrasound (QUS) for assessing and monitoring changes in bone
health due to exercise is limited for lack of adequate research evidence. Restrictions to bone …

Background Self-harm is the leading risk factor for suicide, with elevated rates reported
amongst older populations. This study explores how older adults experience self-harm, …

Background Self-harm is a growing concern and rates of self-harm in young people (aged
12–25 years) presenting to general practice are rising. There is, however, little evidence about …