Official Statistics
Musculoskeletal conditions profile: May 2022 update
Update of data on musculoskeletal conditions and services for local populations in England.
Applies to England
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The musculoskeletal conditions profile tool has been updated.
The following indicators have been revised and updated:
- prevalence of a self-reported long-term musculoskeletal (MSK) problem
- prevalence of self-reporting at least two long-term conditions, at least one of which is MSK related
The following indicator has been added:
- odds of self-reported mental health conditions in people with an MSK condition, compared with those without an MSK condition (odds ratio).
Details of the latest release can be found in the statistical commentary.
The musculoskeletal conditions profile tool has been designed to bring together meaningful data on a single platform, to enable the commissioning of high-value musculoskeletal services. Data are provided in a user-friendly format to help local government and health services:
- understand the health needs of their populations
- see how many people are accessing services in their areas
- find out the cost and outcomes of services