Do you have a joint or muscle problem?  

Please use the FREE Southwest London Self Management app [powered by getUBetter] designed and written by your local clinicians in South West London. 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 the Self Management app 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 the Southwest London Self Management app? 

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 
• Soft Tissue Injury (Lower Limb) 
• Upper Limb Tendinopathy 
• Lower Limb Tendinopathy 

…and is designed to help you trust your recovery, live and work well.  

Who is Self Management app 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?  

1. Follow the link to access your local health service, then select your GP practice, as well as the condition you’d like support with. Enter your email. Link t getUbetter registration page
2. Download the getUBetter app and sign up using the same email address.
3. Follow the instructions in the app to access your local support pathway. 
4. Log in and follow your programme regularly to improve your MSK health. 

If you need further help getting started, watch our videos (How to get started, How it works) or get in touch with one of our team: contact@getubetter.com  

Please contact SWL Digital Self-mgmt. Project Manager, Daniel McGuane Daniel.McGuane@swlondon.nhs.uk with any queries.