Musculoskeletal (MSK)
What We Do
At Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust, our Musculoskeletal (MSK) service provides care for a wide range of conditions affecting your bones, joints, muscles, and soft tissues. This includes issues with your:
- Spine (back and neck)
- Lower Body (hips, knees, feet, and ankles)
- Upper Body (shoulders, elbows, hands, and wrists)
Our dedicated team of specialists, including consultants, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals, work together to diagnose and treat your condition. We aim to help you manage your symptoms, improve your mobility, and get you back to living your life. Whether you need a simple assessment or more complex care, our service is here to support you.
Where We Are Based
Our service is located at the heart of Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust.
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust Moat Road Walsall West Midlands WS2 9PS
We provide planned (elective) services from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Our team also handles musculoskeletal emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
How to Access the Service
To be seen by our Musculoskeletal service, you will need a referral. This can be arranged by your GP or another healthcare professional who is looking after your care. They will assess your condition and, if appropriate, send a referral to our team.
Contact Us
For any general enquiries or to speak with our service lead, please use the following contact details:
Service Lead: Mr Tanveer Sadique – Clinical Director Phone: 01922 721172 ext. 7287 Email: sec.sadique@walsallhealthcare.nhs.uk
Useful Resources
Here are some helpful resources for managing musculoskeletal conditions, including information on common problems and how to look after your bone and joint health:
- NHS Website: The NHS website has a wealth of information on different types of pain and conditions, including advice on self-care and exercises.
- Versus Arthritis: This charity provides excellent information and support for people with arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions.
- Website: https://www.versusarthritis.org/
- Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP): The CSP website offers advice on keeping active and managing pain.
- Website: https://www.csp.org.uk/