This SKILLs session will explore the role of imaging in musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, with an emphasis on osteoarthritis. We will review when imaging is clinically appropriate, reinforcing the principle that imaging should be requested only when it is likely to change management, rather than for reassurance alone.
In this session, we will:
- Identify when MSK imaging is appropriate by applying red flags, clinical presentation, and likely impact on management.
- Select the most appropriate imaging modality (X‑ray, MRI, ultrasound, CT) based on the clinical question and suspected pathology.
- Apply evidence‑based guidelines and decision tools to support safe, effective imaging requests and avoid unnecessary investigations.
- Analyse real‑world MSK case examples to justify imaging decisions and explain them clearly to patients.
Dr Andrew Jackson
MBChB, MRCGP, DipSEM, DipMSK, PGCert in Applied Public Health, DRCOG
Dr Andrew Jackson is a GP and GP Trainer at Bingley Medical Practice and a founding clinician of the Airedale and Wharfedale MSK Consortium that delivers NHS MSK services in both community and hospital settings. He is lead tutor on the Bradford University Diploma in MSK and Rheumatology and is Clinical Lead for the Arthritis UK MSK SKILLs training.
Please note: While we may record this session for internal training and quality purposes, the recording will not be shared with attendees or made available publicly.
If you have any questions about this training please email [email protected].
