ESMSK brings together the two previous MSK providers in a partnership deliver a single community MSK care service in East Sussex.
ESMSK oversees the care and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, which include issues with bones, joints, and muscles. Our service also supports patients with rheumatology conditions, pelvic health conditions and chronic pain.
MSK stands for "musculoskeletal," referring to conditions, injuries, and diseases that affect the muscles, bones, and joints.
ESMSK covers a wide area of East Sussex, including the Havens, Lewes, Crowborough, Wealden, Eastbourne, Hailsham, Hastings, and Rother. To find out if your GP is within our catchment area, please see our service boundaries HERE
If you have been referred to Sussex MSK Partnership East (SMSKPE) or MSKt, nothing will change, you will be in touch with you soon
If you are waiting for an appointment or currently receiving treatment this will continue without interruption.
The aim to provide convenient local options, ensuring fair waiting times and equal access for everyone. If you receive an appointment letter or text, but would like to be seen at a different location, please check our locations page and contact us to discuss your preference.
You can check our current average waiting times HERE
If we already have your referral, we'll be in touch soon. For questions not answered on this website, please see Getting In Touch for further details.
If you were seen within the last twelve months at SMSKPE, MSKt, or EMSK and need further advice or treatment for the same problem, you can contact our admin teams to reopen your referral. See Getting In Touch for more information.
ESMSK provides an online self-referral option for physiotherapy. Visit our dedicated self-referral page for guidance on how to submit your referral and access helpful materials while you wait.