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getUBetter
Do you have a joint or muscle problem? Please use the FREE getUBetter app designed and written by your local clinicians in North East London - TNW. It offers local? tips, advice, and exercises tailored to you and your stage of recovery.
Instant access
Easy to use
Safe and effective
Your healthcare professionals cannot be with you 24/7, but getUBetter can.
Why is self-care important?
Most musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries and conditions can be treated at home and get better without the need for a specialist appointment. getUBetter gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to improve your MSK health and lifestyle.
What is getUBetter?
getUBetter is a safe and effective way to help you self-manage your injury or condition at home, work, and on the move. The app covers a range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions…
Back
Back & Leg
Neck
Shoulder
Elbow
Hip
Knee
Ankle
Sprains and strains - leg
Upper Limb Tendinopathy
Lower Limb Tendinopathy
…and is designed to help you trust your recovery, live and work well.
Who is getUBetter for?
Anyone 18 or over who needs help with a joint or muscle problem.
What will I get?
Instant and 24/7 access to a personalised programme
Easy-to-follow self-progression exercises
Daily tips and local guidance from day one
Advice on where to seek help when needed
Access to local treatments and services
What are the next steps?
Follow the link getUBetter - Request Access to access your local health service, then select your GP practice, as well as the condition you’d like support with. Enter your email.
Download the getUBetter app and sign up using the same email address.
Follow the instructions in the app to access your local support pathway.
Log in and follow your programme regularly to improve your MSK health.
If you need further help getting started, watch our videos (GetUBetter get started, GetUBetter How it works) or get in touch with one of our team: contact@getubetter.com
The app is not suitable for: Under 18-year-olds People with worsening neurological symptoms like numbness, weakness, or problems with bowel or bladder. People diagnosed with an infection, rheumatological problems, neurological issues, cancer, kidney, fracture, and pelvic organ pain. People that are requiring an ongoing close medical attention. People with very severe, worsening symptoms Pregnancy-related problems.
Healthy Start Scheme
Healthy Start aims to help improve the health and nutrition of pregnant women and children under 4 years in low income households and provides £4.25 to £8.50 a week per qualifying individual for healthy food and milk. The uptake is 52% currently and there are 2,377 eligible families in Newham who are still missing out.
Download the application form now! https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/HS-ApplicationForm-V5.pdf