getUBetter app
getUBetter app - for patients in Calderdale to manage common muscle, bone and joint injuries and conditions
People living in Calderdale can now download a free app – getUBetter - to help manage common muscle, bone and joint injuries and conditions from the comfort of home.
Most muscle and joint problems can be treated with self-care from start to end, without any specific or specialist treatment.
The app can help with:
- Back pain
- Back and leg pain
- Knee pain
- Hip pain
- Ankle pain
- Foot pain
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
- Elbow pain
- Wrist pain
- Soft tissue lower limb injury
- Upper Limb Tendinopathy
- Lower Limb Tendinopathy
How can the getUBetter app help?
The app gives you step-by-step guidance on how to manage your condition, and specific exercises to help, along with a personalised recovery plan.
It can also let you know when you might need to get extra support from a healthcare professional.
Once you have recovered, the app can also help you with preventing further injuries.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Who can use the getUBetter app?
Anyone over the age of 18 who has a Calderdale postcode.
Do I need to pay for the app?
No, the app is free to use for anyone who lives in Calderdale.
Can I use the app if I am a patient living in another area – such as Huddersfield?
Calderdale Cares Health and Care Partnership have commissioned the service for people who live in Calderdale only.
What happens if I move out of the area – will I still be able to use the app?
You can still use the app if you move out of Calderdale, but please be aware that local service information and signposting will not be available.
What if I still want to see a healthcare professional about my condition?
There are no changes to access to treatment from healthcare professionals, getUBetter can be used alongside usual treatment or whilst waiting for other services. The app will also be able to advise when you should seek help from a healthcare professional, which may be your GP or a specialist. The app is not designed to replace the care and advice from healthcare professionals but is there to complement any advice you receive about your care.
Can I use the app in another language?
Yes. getUBetter is available in many other languages. Instructions in the app are available in spoken, as well as written form.
Does the app link with my healthcare record?
No, only you will provide information into the app and have access to the advice you are given. There is no sharing of personal data between getUBetter and your health record.
What if I need support with the app?
You can get in touch with getUBetter for support, further information is available on the website here: Patient Contact Us | Get in Touch with getUbetter
