Orthopaedic medicine is the examination, diagnosis and treatment of non-surgical lesions of the musculoskeletal system. Orthopaedic medicine began in 1929 when Dr James Cyriax observed a number of patients where the diagnosis was vague and the treatment non-specific. Learn More...

The Society of Orthopaedic Medicine was formed in 1979 to develop the work of Dr James Cyriax and to promote the theory and practice of orthopaedic medicine. Membership consists of approximately 1700 doctors and physiotherapists.

The Society continues to be invited to run courses both nationally and internationally with a team of experienced teachers. Doctors and physiotherapists come together to learn this approach and the Society continues to grow with an ever increasing demand for courses. Learn More...

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Mixing Medicines | June 17th, 2010

Mixing medicines – June 2010  The issue of mixing drugs has been prominent over the past few years. A recent change in the law resulted in the DH commissioning the National Prescribing Centre (NPC) to produce supporting guidance for all clinicians involved in the mixing of medicines. Physiotherapists remain involved in the mixing of medicines ei [Read More...]

Ode to SOM | January 13th, 2010

Here’s To S.O.M.   Formed in 79- is when it all began Based on the work of Dr Cyriax- a clever man With the aim to teach physios and doctors alike In assessing, diagnosing + treating all to get right.   From histology, anatomy, examination + manips The courses are full of many clinical tips Tutors are knowledgeable, patient and fun It’s amazi [Read More...]