Joint or Muscle Injuries (MSK)

Non-urgent advice: Do you have a joint or muscle problem? 

Please use the FREE local getUBetter app approved by your clinicians in City and Hackney. It is provided alongside your NHS care and offers local tips, advice, and exercises tailored to you and your stage of recovery. 
• Instant access
• Easy to use
• Safe and effective 

Your healthcare professionals cannot be with you 24/7, but getUBetter can. 

Why is self-care important?

Most musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries and conditions can be treated at home and will get better without the need for a specialist appointment. getUBetter gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to improve your MSK health and
lifestyle.

What is getUBetter? 

getUBetter is a safe and effective way to help you self-manage your injury or condition at home, work, and on the move.

The app covers a range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions and is designed to help you trust your recovery, live and work well. 

Back  Back & Leg Neck 
Shoulder Elbow Wrist
Hand  Hip Knee
Ankle Foot Upper Limb Tendnopathy 
Lower Limb Tendnopathy  Sprains & Strains   

Who is getUBetter for?

Anyone 18 or over who needs help with a joint or muscle problem.

What will I get?

        Instant and 24/7 support

        Easy-to-follow exercises

        Support to recover, live, and work well

        Help when waiting

        Advice on when to seek help

        Approved by your clinicians

        Access to local treatments and services

        Support before and after surgery

 

What are the next steps? 

1. Download the getUBetter app

You can download the app through this link https://app.getubetter.com/request-access/1/ea204361fe7f024b130143eb3e189a18

2. Create your account
Enter your postcode, select your GP practice, and enter your details to create your
account.

3. Choose your condition 
Select your condition and follow your personalised and targeted recovery pathway. 

If you need further help getting started, watch our videos or get in touch with one of
our team: contact@getubetter.com 

Also available in your area: 
• Support for Living with Pain

Page last reviewed: 09 October 2025
Page created: 09 October 2025