MSK Study Day 2026

We are delighted to invite you to our annual one-day masterclass designed for GPs and physiotherapists. This event will feature a combination of lectures, interactive discussion, and practical sessions focused on the recognition, examination, and diagnosis of bone and joint injuries, alongside pain, spinal, and rheumatological conditions commonly seen in primary care.The programme will also include hands-on demonstrations for those looking to refresh and enhance their clinical skills.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Clinical assessment pearls and identification of red flags
• Diagnostic safety netting: what not to miss
• Clinical examination demonstrations
• Key updates in rehabilitation and referral pathways for MSK conditions

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday 19th September 2026
• Location: King’s Fund

Agenda:

Registration and breakfast: from 9am

Welcome address: 9:25am

Session 1 | 9:30am – 10:45am (15 mins each)

1. Shoulder Update – The latest advances in shoulder diagnosis and management. TBC
2. The Young Adult Hip – Contemporary approaches to hip preservation and treatment. Mr Kartik Logishetty, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
3. Failed Joint Replacements – Understanding causes, revision strategies and improving outcomes. Mr John Stammers, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
4. Knee Replacements – Current innovations and best practice in arthroplasty. Mr Sam Rajaratnam, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (knee specialist)
5. Gait Health at CCL – Using gait analysis to optimise patient assessment and rehabilitation. Professor Justin Cobb, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Coffee Break | 10:45am – 11:15am

Session 2 | 11:15am – 12:45pm (15 mins each)

1. Why hasn’t recovery from muscle injury improved in the last 30 years. Dr Phil Batty, Consultant in Sports and Exercise Medicine
2. Stress Fractures in Runners – Prevention, diagnosis and return-to-running strategies. Dr Charlotte Cowie, Specialist in Sport and Musculoskeletal Medicine
3. Foot & Ankle Update – Recent advances in foot and ankle surgery and rehabilitation. Mr Martin Klinke, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
4. Knee Injuries in Young Adults – Contemporary management of acute and chronic injuries Mr Paul Trikha, Consultant Knee Surgeon
5. Injection Updates – An overview of current evidence, indications, and emerging injection therapies in musculoskeletal practice. Dr Mike Burdon. Consultant in Sport, Exercise and Musculoskeletal Medicine

Lunch| 12:45-1:30pm

Assessments and refresher examination skill sessions: 1:30-3:30pm; option to attend all 7 skills stations

1. Assessment of the Knee: Mr Paul Trikha, Consultant Knee Surgeon
2. Assessment of the Hip: Mr Jas Daurka, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and Mr Panos Gikas, Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon
3. Assessment of Foot and Ankle: Mr Nadeem Mushtaq, Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon and Mr Martin Klinke, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
4. Assessment of the Spine: Mr David Cumming, Consultant Spinal Surgeon and Mr Kia Rezajooi, Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spinal Surgeon
5. Assessment of the Shoulder and Elbow: TBC
6. Chronic Pain Ladder and Updates in Rheumatology: Prof Ash Shetty, Consultant in Pain Medicine and Rheumatologist TBC
7. Sports Injuries: Dr Charlotte Cowie, Specialist in Sport and Musculoskeletal Medicine, Dr Mike Burdon. Consultant in Sport, Exercise and Musculoskeletal Medicine and Dr Phil Batty, Consultant in Sports and Exercise Medicine

Registration:
Spaces are limited - please reserve your place.