Eumusc.net

Introduction

Musculoskeletal conditions are the biggest cause of physical disability in Europe, incurring major social care costs and loss of productivity (Major and Chronic Diseases Report 2007). Their prevalence and associated disability increases with aging, obesity and lack of physical activity. All these determinants are increasing across EU Member States and without action the burden of MSC will grow. Recommendations for the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions have been developed (European Action Towards Better Musculoskeletal Health Report 2004) but these are not being implemented equitably across the EU.

eumusc.net is a facilitating information and surveillance network promoting a comprehensive European strategy to optimise musculoskeletal health. The network provides updated and harmonised information on the health, social, employment and economic impact of musculoskeletal conditions across all EU member states. It also establishes what standards of care patients can expect, the quality of healthcare provided, what barriers and facilitators affect local implementation, examples of European good practice and makes recommendations to improve healthcare across the EU.

This website aims to provide a gold standard of information regarding musculoskeletal health. Whether you are a patient, career, healthcare provider or member of the press we have a level of information to suit your needs. To keep up to date with all of our news, events and activities please click on subscribe in the top right hand corner.