When is imaging actually helpful in MSK practice?
 
One of the many questions that comes up in our work from health and care professionals is: "Should this patient have an X-ray or MRI?"

The answer isn't always straightforward, which is why we are looking forward to our next Arthritis UK MSK SKILLs Session on The Role of Imaging in Musculoskeletal Conditions. Led by Dr Andrew Jackson, GP, GP Trainer and Clinical Lead for the Arthritis UK MSK SKILLs programme, the session will explore when imaging is appropriate, how to choose between X-ray, MRI, ultrasound and CT, and how evidence-based guidance can support better decision-making in MSK care.

The session is free to attend, but registration is required.

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Many conditions affecting women's pelvic health lie at the intersection of gynaecology and colorectal surgery. Join the RSM Coloproctology and Obstetrics and Gynaecology Sections for a one-day, in-person meeting exploring the multidisciplinary management of complex pelvic disorders in women.

Bringing together leading clinicians from both specialties, this meeting will examine conditions that affect the reproductive and gastrointestinal systems, with a focus on advances in diagnosis, surgical innovation and integrated models of care. Topics include deep infiltrating endometriosis, rectovaginal fistulae, pelvic floor dysfunction and complications of pelvic surgery, demonstrating the value of interdisciplinary collaboration in improving patient outcomes.

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Join your colleagues from across perinatal mental health and maternity services at Westminster Insight's second annual Perinatal Mental Health digital conference this September. Our expert speakers will explore key recommendations and the latest developments from the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation.

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The CSP 2026 conference will be at the SEC Glasgow on the 19 & 20 October. One big change is that the Student Conference will be integrated into the main conference instead of being held as a separate event.

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This meeting will bring together leading experts in colorectal surgery, gastroenterology, urogynaecology, urology, physiotherapy, radiology, chronic pain management, GI physiology, psychology, behavioural therapy, and more. It highlights the importance of collaboration across specialties, fostering innovation and improving outcomes for patients. With a focus on sharing knowledge, best practices, and the latest research, it’s a must-attend gathering for professionals dedicated to excellence in pelvic floor care.

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Fit and athletic females* commonly experience pelvic health symptoms that can negatively affect performance, training longevity, health, and quality of life, yet these issues are often overlooked within both sports medicine and pelvic health settings. This course bridges that gap by providing sports medicine and pelvic health professionals with a practical, integrated framework for assessing and managing pelvic, pregnancy, and postpartum concerns within fitness and sport. Participants will learn a structured biopsychosocial approach to interpreting history, screening findings, symptom behaviour, and movement analysis, while applying principles such as graded exposure, progressive overload, impact and pressure management, and exercise scaling. The result is a contemporary, whole-athlete model that integrates pelvic floor function into rehabilitation, training, and return-to-performance planning for recreational through elite athletes across the lifespan.

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Fit and athletic females* commonly experience pelvic health symptoms that can negatively affect performance, training longevity, health, and quality of life, yet these issues are often overlooked within both sports medicine and pelvic health settings. This course bridges that gap by providing sports medicine and pelvic health professionals with a practical, integrated framework for assessing and managing pelvic, pregnancy, and postpartum concerns within fitness and sport. Participants will learn a structured biopsychosocial approach to interpreting history, screening findings, symptom behaviour, and movement analysis, while applying principles such as graded exposure, progressive overload, impact and pressure management, and exercise scaling. The result is a contemporary, whole-athlete model that integrates pelvic floor function into rehabilitation, training, and return-to-performance planning for recreational through elite athletes across the lifespan.

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