PHCRIS Policy Issue Review Collaborative Care for Arthritis and Other Musculoskeletal Conditions: Allied Health Integration

Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis, are prevalent in the Australian population, and they impose a substantial burden on the healthcare system and the community. Much of the care for MSK conditions is provided in primary health care (PHC) settings. Allied health practitioners (AHPs) play a key role in the management of MSK conditions. This report summarises evidence related to models and mechanisms for the engagement of AHPs in collaborative care for MSK conditions in PHC settings.