Masterclass Articles

Introduction: Research on musculoskeletal disorders indicates that pain sensitivity can be an important consideration for musculoskeletal clinicians in the holistic view of a patient presentation.

Purpose: The purpose of this masterclass is to provide a framework for the consideration of pain sensitivity as a contributing factor in the presentation of people with musculoskeletal pain.

Implications: A pragmatic blueprint for specific assessment related to pain sensitivity has been outlined. A framework for integrating assessment findings into clinical reasoning to formulate management plans for the pain sensitive patient is provided.

Introduction: Hypermobile joints may be asymptomatic or may be associated with pain, fatigue, multisystemic complaints and significant disability. Furthermore, joint hypermobility may be a sign of an underlying hereditary disorder of connective tissue.

Purpose: This masterclass aims to provides a state-of-the-art review of the aetiology, epidemiology, clinical presentation, assessment and management of joint hypermobility and hypermobility related disorders using an evidence based and biopsychosocial approach.

Implications for practice: People with joint hypermobility related disorders present to healthcare professionals with a wide range of symptoms which extend beyond the musculoskeletal system. Early recognition and treatment are key to effective management.

Gluteal tendinopathy is a prevalent and impactful condition. For many decades clinical practice has been guided by ‘myths’ that developed around clinical beliefs. It’s time to examine these myths and engage with the substantial evidence base.

This masterclass aims to: (i) engage with the evidence to refute the most common myths associated with gluteal tendinopathy and trochanteric pain, and (ii) provide clinicians with guidance around contemporary, evidence-based clinical practice.