How AI is Transforming MSK Care

10 Mar 2026
Musculoskeletal Health and Pain Management

This session explores how AI is reshaping musculoskeletal care by improving access, personalisation and clinical outcomes for employers and occupational health providers. Using real world examples, delegates will see how AI enabled physiotherapy supports faster access and faster return to work via earlier intervention, continuous monitoring and scalable clinician led care without compromising quality or safety.

Learning outcomes for delegates:

  • Understand the practical role of AI in modern MSK pathways
  • Learn how AI MSK models support occupational health and employer strategies
  • Explore how clinician in the loop AI improves engagement and outcomes
  • Recognise how data driven insights enable proactive and preventative care
  • Identify measurable business benefits including productivity and absence reduction
Chairperson
Alexandra Bell
Alexandra Bell, Chair, The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Occupational Health and Ergonomics (ACPOHE)
Paul Shawcross
Paul Shawcross, Committee Member, The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Occupational Health and Ergonomics (ACPOHE)
Speakers
Derek Salmond
Derek Salmond, UK Director, Sword Health
Megan Hill
Megan Hill, Clinical Specialist Director and Physiotherapist, Sword Health
Rachel McKenzie
Rachel McKenzie, HR Adviser, West Lothian Council