Health-seeking behaviour in adults with musculoskeletal conditions: A scoping review

This review identifies five key themes connecting clinical, socioeconomic, cultural, and systemic factors in adults with musculoskeletal conditions. Highlighting patient agency, it informs research, policy, and practice aimed at delivering more equitable and responsive musculoskeletal care.

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Musculoskeletal Science and Practice
Published
2026-01-14
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msksp.2026.103499
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Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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Health-seeking behaviour in adults with musculoskeletal conditions: A scoping review

Melika Ghorbankhani, Gillian Yeowell, Susan Greenhalgh
Musculoskeletal Science and Practice
Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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Health-seeking behaviour in adults with musculoskeletal conditions: A scoping review

Melika Ghorbankhani, Gillian Yeowell, Susan Greenhalgh
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Abstract

This review identifies five key themes connecting clinical, socioeconomic, cultural, and systemic factors in adults with musculoskeletal conditions. Highlighting patient agency, it informs research, policy, and practice aimed at delivering more equitable and responsive musculoskeletal care.

Musculoskeletal Science and PracticeVol. 82
Manchester Metropolitan University (GB), University of Greater Manchester (GB), Bolton NHS Foundation Trust (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 87%
Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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