Important Information
getUBetter app
Free NHS-supported help to self-manage common muscle or joint conditions, with guidance on when to seek further support.
Working in partnership with the NHS, getUBetter is a free app designed to provide you with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to self-manage all common muscle or joint conditions. It is designed to be used alongside the health system and therefore will signpost you back into the system if you need additional review.
It is suitable for 80% of muscle or joint conditions, which includes new, ongoing or returning muscle or joint conditions. If you are already on a waiting list for treatment, it can support you while you are waiting.
Conditions the app covers
- Back
- Back & leg
- Neck
- Shoulder
- Elbow
- Wrist
- Hand
- Hip
- Knee
- Ankle
- Foot
- Lower limb tendinopathy
- Upper limb tendinopathy
- Sprains and strains
What will I get?
- Instant and 24/7 support
- Easy-to-follow exercises
- Support to recover, live, and work well
- Help when waiting
- Advice on when to seek help
- Approved by your clinicians
- Access to local treatments and services
- Support before and after surgery
Watch: How getUBetter can help you
This short video explains how the getUBetter app can support you to manage muscle or joint pain and guide you to the right care.
Prefer to open the video page? View on Vimeo
What are the next steps?
- Download the getUBetter app
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Create your account
Enter your postcode, select your GP practice, and enter your details to create your account. -
Choose your condition
Select your condition and follow your personalised and targeted recovery pathway.
What languages are available?
Users of the app can turn any text into audio in the following languages:
If you need support
If you need help with the app or getting started, find more information on the getUBetter website or get in touch with one of our team: contact@getubetter.com
You can also visit the getUBetter website: getubetter.com
If you do not have access to the internet or do not have a smartphone, our practice can print you a page of exercises to follow for the body part you are experiencing pain with.