Interventions supporting people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic groups in the United Kingdom with musculoskeletal disorders: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) significantly impact quality of life, particularly among Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities in the UK, who face disproportionate burdens and barriers to care. Despite growing recognition of ethnic health disparities, there is limited understanding of interventions tailored to these populations. This scoping review aimed to map the existing literature on interventions for MSDs among Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic groups in the UK, identifying key approaches, gaps, and opportunities for culturally appropriate healthcare delivery.

Method

A scoping review was conducted following the Population-Concept-Context (PCC) framework. Seven databases (PubMed Central, CINAHL, Scopus, Medline Full-text, Web of Science, PsycInfo, and

SUBMITTER: Ali N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12528078 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature