The Orthopaedic Institute Limited founded in 1971, is a registered national charity and through voluntary contributions, helps to support research for patient benefit in the specialist research centres and departments within the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, a long standing centre of excellence in world orthopaedics. The research investigates conditions that affect the musculo-skeletal system and the advancement of care of these conditions including arthritis and rheumatism, orthopaedic conditions of childhood including cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy, joint replacement and cellular techniques for repair and healing. We also support the funding of educational facilities and organise specialist training courses for orthopaedic trainees and allied health professionals.