USBJI

BMUS: The Burden of Musculoskeletal Diseases in the United States is an online resource from the United States Bone and Joint Initiative that examines the prevalence and impact of musculoskeletal conditions across the country. Its fourth edition brings together information on health care use, disability, medical costs, lost work time, and the broader economic burden, helping readers understand how these diseases affect individuals and the U.S. economy.

The site covers conditions including back and spine disorders, arthritis, osteoporosis, injuries, tumors, and neuromuscular diseases, with dedicated material on children, older adults, and racial and ethnic differences. Its content includes data, tables, methodology, diagnostic codes, and analysis of topics such as health care utilization, economic costs, aging, and unmet needs. The resource also provides introductory guidance, information about its authors and contributors, citations and rights details, and links to supporting organizations and further resources. By organizing evidence on prevalence, societal costs, and the consequences of pain and disability, BMUS offers researchers, health professionals, policymakers, and the public a detailed reference for understanding the scale of musculoskeletal disease in the United States.