If you are struggling with a musculoskeletal condition, feeling stuck on waiting lists, and unsure of how to manage your pain and regain control of your life then our new MSK ActiveWell programme could be the answer.
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MSK ActiveWell is here to empower you with the tools, support, and community you need to live a more active, healthier, and fulfilling life.
5 good reasons to join MSK ActiveWell:
Personalised support from day one: Don’t wait months for help. Within a week of joining, you’ll start your wellbeing journey, designed specifically for your needs, guided by our qualified Health and Wellbeing Practitioner.
Proven, evidence-based approach: MSK ActiveWell combines our 15+ years of expertise with the latest research in musculoskeletal health. You’ll receive 1-2-1 support for a full year, ensuring you have the guidance you need every step of the way.
Comprehensive care for your whole wellbeing: MSK ActiveWell offers tailored activities, tracks your progress, and provides ongoing support to address pain management, weight management, and even the social isolation that often comes with chronic conditions.
Take charge of your health: While waiting for NHS treatment, you can help to actively improve your health and wellbeing with Active Well. Help to reduce pain, regain some mobility, and feel empowered to make positive changes in your life.
See real progress, week after week: Regular feedback and progress tracking will keep you motivated and show you just how far you’ve come.
What if you are nervous about joining a programme?
We understand. Taking the first step can be daunting. That’s why we offer small group activities where you can connect with others who truly understand what you’re going through. There will be other people on the programme with musculoskeletal conditions like you. You may build friendships, share experiences, and learn from each other, all in a supportive environment.
MSK ActiveWell is about making small, sustainable changes that add up to big results. You’re not alone on this journey – our Health and Wellbeing Practitioner is here to support you every single day, for a full year.
Our expertise
Developed by a team with experience in physiotherapy and musculoskeletal health, Active Well is at the forefront of innovative solutions.
How it works
- You refer yourself through the form on this page (below) or if you are a healthcare professional you can refer programme participants through the link to the NHS referral form
- We will contact you within 48 hours (not including weekends) to arrange an initial assessment
- You will begin your wellbeing journey within one week
- You receive regular updates on your progress
Who is delivering this programme
The Disability Resource Centre is a charity with 30 years experience of supporting disabled people and people with long term health conditions across Luton, Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes. The charity has managed health and social care programmes for the NHS BLMK ICB, Skills for Care, Sport England, Luton Council, Bedford Borough Council, Central Bedfordshire Council and many other funding bodies and charity funds in the last 10 years in the health, fitness and social care sectors. We have been commissioned to run this pilot and bring together expert health providers, like health coaches and personal trainers, and work with local health and fitness partners like Be Active in Luton.
Our commitment
We’re dedicated to improving patient outcomes and reducing NHS waiting lists. By referring people to MSK ActiveWell, you’re not just helping individual patients—you’re contributing to this pilot programme which will help us learn and improve the approach for a roll-out to possible regional and national teams.
Start your MSK ActiveWell journey today
1. Check that you meet the requirements of the MSK ActiveWell programme:
- You must be 18 years old and over
- You must have been diagnosed with a musculoskeletal condition
- You must be currently on an NHS waiting list for MSK surgery or are waiting to be put on an NHS waiting list for MSK surgery.
- You must be registered with a GP practice within Bedfordshire, Luton or Milton Keynes
You may be experiencing social isolation due to decreased mobility and pain from an MSK condition.
You may have pain management difficulties associated with a musculoskeletal condition.
2.1 Healthcare professionals only
Please refer people via the Active Well referral form
2.2 Self referral (for people with a musculoskeletal condition that meet the requirements in 1.)
Fill in the form below and we’ll contact you within 2 days (not including weekends) to discuss next steps.
Self referral – Sign-up for MSK ActiveWell.
It takes just 3 minutes…
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