Digi4MSK

04/03/2026

Can you trust pain advice you see on social media?

Just because someone has thousands of followers doesn’t mean their advice is safe or correct.

When it comes to your health, popularity is not the same as expertise.

Here’s why you should be careful:

• Anyone can post health advice — even without medical training • Posts are not fact-checked • Some content is designed to sell products, not help you • Quick fixes and “miracle cures” are usually unrealistic • Personal success stories don’t work the same for everyone

So how can you protect yourself?

✔ Check the person’s qualifications ✔ Be cautious of “too good to be true” promises ✔ Look for advice based on research, not just testimonials ✔ Be careful if they are mainly selling something

If you see something online that interests you, bring it to your doctor or physiotherapist and discuss it together.

Your health deserves safe, reliable information — not trends.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/FZXnVyZ8vGY

26/02/2026

Can your culture influence how you experience pain?

Yes — and that’s completely normal.

Your beliefs, traditions and personal background can shape:

• What you think causes pain
• How you express it
• When you decide to seek help
• The remedies or strategies you trust

For example, some cultures teach people to stay silent and strong when in pain. Others encourage speaking openly. Some believe pain is simply part of ageing. Others rely on traditional remedies.

There is no “right” or “wrong” way to understand pain.

But sharing your beliefs with your healthcare professional is important.

When you talk openly about:
✔ What you believe is causing your pain
✔ What you’ve already tried
✔ What matters most to you
✔ Any concerns about suggested treatments

…it becomes much easier to create a plan that truly fits your life.

Your background matters.
Your experience matters.
And your voice matters in your care.

🎥 Watch the full video here:
https://youtu.be/dRZ4ZLV03j4

16/02/2026

Last Wednesday, we took part in “La Semana de la Mujer y Niña”, one of the main events of science in Spain to highlight the role of women scientists.

We engaged with students, between 3rd and 4th year of secondary school, sharing how co-created content on musculoskeletal health literacy can support people living with musculoskeletal pain.

💬A huge thank you to Cristina de Diego Alonso from MOTUS Grupo de Investigación at Universidad San Jorge for presenting DIGI4MSK materials and connecting with the yough students through practical, accessible science.

10/02/2026

📣 Think your back is “broken”? You’re not alone.

Many people with pain believe that something in their body is permanently damaged.
But that’s not always true.

📌 Pain can continue even after an injury has healed.
🔍 Things that can help you manage pain better:
• Stress or poor sleep can cause pain — even without injury.
• Scans (like MRIs) don’t always explain pain.
• Gentle movement helps more than total rest.
• You don’t have to swim if it’s not your thing. Find movement that works for you.

🧠 Your body is not broken.

And yes, you can feel better.

23/12/2025

🎄✨ Season’s Greetings from the DIGI4MSK team! ✨🎄

As the year comes to a close, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our project partners for being such an exceptional team.

Your dedication, talent and collaborative spirit have made 2025 a year of real progress in musculoskeletal health.

Thank you for making this journey so inspiring 💙

Here’s to a 2026 full of impact, innovation and shared purpose.

🌟 Happy holidays and a joyful New Year!

17/11/2025

🧪 DIGI4MSK at “El Rincón de la Ciencia” – Zaragoza, Nov 14

Last Friday, we took part in El Rincón de la Ciencia, one of the main events of Science Week in Aragon 2025, held at the San Francisco Campus – University of Zaragoza.

At our stand, we engaged with families, students and science enthusiasts, sharing how co-created content on musculoskeletal health literacy can support people living with musculoskeletal pain.

💬 A huge thank you to Cristina De Diego and Mª Pilar López from at Universidad San Jorge for presenting DIGI4MSK materials and connecting with the public through practical, accessible science.

🎯 The goal of the event?
To make science approachable and inspiring — through workshops and real conversations about how research shapes our lives.

📸 Take a look at some moments from the day!



Aragón Investiga

30/09/2025

We’ve just returned from Milan, where all Digi4MSK partners gathered for our 5th project meeting! 🇪🇺

This marks the beginning of the final stretch — the moment where tools, courses and digital content start reaching the people who need them most. 💬📱

Catch up on what we’ve achieved so far and what’s next for Digi4MSK:
👉 https://digi4msk.eu/progress-purpose-and-people/

Zaragoza hosts the fourth progress meeting of the European Digi4MSK project

26/09/2025

Final part of the fifth project progress meeting. It was a very busy day, during which we reached many important agreements that will allow us to meet the necessary milestones and indicators.

26/09/2025

We're in Milan with all the project partners for the fifth progress meeting. We have a year left before the project is complete. We have a lot of work and many milestones to reach in the coming months.

12/08/2025

🧠 Chronic pain is never “just pain”.

It’s a complex condition that affects nearly 1 in 5 people worldwide, and often doesn’t come alone.

🔍 Many individuals with chronic pain also live with comorbidities — such as obesity, diabetes or hypertension — which amplify disability, complicate treatment, and reduce quality of life.

👉 Around 40% of people with chronic pain also suffer from depression or anxiety, which can increase their perception of pain and limit their function.

💡 That’s why a biopsychosocial approach is essential.

🎯 The most effective interventions don’t just treat physical symptoms. They combine education, movement and digital tools. For example:

- The GLA:D program, focused on neuromuscular exercise and education for people with osteoarthritis and low back pain, has shown real improvements in pain, function and reduced reliance on medication.

- Mobile health apps have also proven to improve adherence to treatment, reduce catastrophizing, and support long-term behavior change.

📲 In fact, over 90% of digital interventions report better adherence, thanks to features like reminders, interactive guidance and accessible health education.

🔗 The takeaway? Chronic pain requires more than pills.

It calls for an integrated, person-centered model that addresses the mind, the body, and how we live.

14/07/2025

🎯 𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗸𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲?
⚠️ Most people trust the health information they find online. But what if much of it wouldn’t even get a passing grade?

🔎 Within the DIGI4MSK project, we analysed the actual quality of online content related to musculoskeletal pain using the DISCERN tool, which evaluates whether health information about treatments is clear, balanced and evidence-based.

📉 Here’s what we found:
▪️ Overall content quality: 2.76 out of 5
▪️ Quality of information about treatments: only 2.26 out of 5
This means that many of the top search results fail to meet even the basic standards of scientific communication. In some cases:
▪️ They omit crucial information about risks and alternatives
▪️ They promote questionable solutions
▪️ They don’t reference trustworthy sources

💡 While users appreciate simplicity and speed, scientific rigour often takes a back seat.

DIGI4MSK researchers identified three critical needs:
1. Boost health-related digital literacy
2. Produce clear, high-quality content reviewed by professionals
3. Ensure that evidence-based information is also the most visible
🎯 Because access without quality is just an illusion.