About
Eastwood Upper Limb Institute
Charity Beneficiaries
The evidence-based research produced by the Institute enhances the delivery of patient care, through comparisons to other established treatments of disease, and by assessing the outcomes of patient interventions. In this way, evidence-based decision-making and best practice is enhanced, leading to improved patient outcomes for all Australians – now and for generations to come. Collectively, this also helps reduce the burden on the Australian healthcare system and ensures that the Australia musculoskeletal healthcare expenditure is evidence-based and optimised.
The main beneficiaries are patients, patients’ primary carers & individuals affected by musculoskeletal conditions, ie.
- Arthritis sufferers (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis)
- Osteoporosis patients at risk of fractures
- People with chronic musculoskeletal pain (e.g., fibromyalgia, back pain)
- Athletes & active individuals recovering from injuries
- Individuals with congenital musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., scoliosis, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome)
- Elderly populations experiencing age-related bone and joint deterioration
Healthcare Professionals & Medical Practitioners
- Rheumatologists & Orthopaedic Surgeons who diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions
- Physiotherapists & Occupational Therapists developing rehabilitation strategies
- General Practitioners (GPs) & Pain Specialists who manage musculoskeletal pain and conditions
- Sports Medicine Practitioners treating sports-related injuries
Researchers & Scientific Community
- Biomedical and musculoskeletal researchers developing new treatments
- Universities and research institutions working on innovative therapies
- Pharmaceutical and biotech companies exploring drug development for musculoskeletal disorders
Policy Makers & Healthcare Systems
- Government health departments shaping policies on musculoskeletal care
- Public health organizations focusing on prevention strategies
- Healthcare systems & hospitals aiming to reduce the burden of musculoskeletal diseases
Broader Community & Economy
- Workforce & Employers reducing work-related musculoskeletal injuries and improving productivity
- Insurance & Disability Services benefiting from reduced healthcare costs
- Caregivers & Family Members supporting loved ones with musculoskeletal conditions.