Musculoskeletal clinical assessment in children and young people
The musculoskeletal history
History taking is an important skill for doctors to learn. This section covers the features to consider when taking a history.
Musculoskeletal assessment: pGALS questions and examination
The pGALS screening examination is useful in detecting abnormalities of the musculoskeletal system. This section covers the steps to follow.
Detailed musculoskeletal examination: pREMS assessment
The pREMS examination is more detailed and should be carried out if an abnormality is detected. This section covers the steps to follow.
Common scenarios: Q&A
This section answers some common questions that you may have when carrying out a clinical assessment of a child or young person.
Core messages and useful resources
More useful resources to help increase knowledge and confidence in assessing and diagnosing musculoskeletal conditions in children and young people.
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