MSK full assessments?

Megrose489

I was referred to the MSK team a few months ago as I was having problems with OA on my right foot. However, the physio I saw at my surgery, who referred me, said that, as I had OA in numerous joints and was also concerned about my neck, that they would do a full assessment when I saw them and I was happy about this. I'm 79 and take pain killers for the OA, but have never had any sort of assessment. I received a phone call today to say the team would see me in a couple of weeks, but would only look at my right foot. Any other body part affected by arthritis would have to be referred separately. Are full assessments not done?

Trish9556

https://community.versusarthritis.org/discussion/64702/msk-full-assessments

Hi @Megrose489

If I were you I would speak to the physio at the surgery and tell them what you've been told

If they've been asked for a full body assessment, surely thats what they should do?

Trish

claudsl

Hello @Megrose489

I agree with Trish, I would contact your physio again and see if they can arrange for a full assessment. I've never heard of separate referrals for each body part affected. Here's some more information for you to have a read through.

Osteoarthritis (OA) | Causes, symptoms, treatments

Osteoarthritis (OA) of the foot and ankle | Versus Arthritis

Wishing you all the best and hope you get this sorted out.

Claudia x