The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published a list of 87 medical conditions that could make individuals eligible for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a disability benefit offering up to £110.40 per week.
PIP is designed to support people with long-term physical or mental health conditions, disabilities, or learning difficulties who need extra help with daily living activities. It is available to those of working age and also supports older individuals, particularly those at or beyond State Pension age, who wish to remain independent in their own homes.
The benefit is non-means-tested and tax-free, meaning it is not affected by income or savings. During the 2025/26 financial year, eligible claimants will receive either £73.90 or £110.40 per week, depending on the level of support required. Payments are made every four weeks, amounting to either £295.60 or £441.60 per payment cycle.
This update follows a 1.7% increase to PIP rates and other benefits in April, in line with inflation, to help households manage rising living costs.
According to the latest figures released by the DWP on June 17, a record 3.74 million people in England and Wales were receiving PIP as of April 2025. According to The Daily Record, there are 87 musculoskeletal conditions that may make individuals eligible for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). This benefit provides financial support to people who need help with daily living activities, mobility needs, or both due to long-term health conditions.
PIP Eligibility Based on Impact, Not Just Diagnosis
It’s important to note that eligibility for PIP is not solely based on your medical diagnosis. Instead, it’s assessed on how your condition affects your ability to carry out everyday tasks. So, even if your condition isn’t listed, you may still qualify. Don’t be discouraged from applying.
PIP assessments evaluate the level of help you need and can be carried out in several ways — face-to-face, over the phone, by video call, or through a paper-based review.
Medical conditions that may qualify for PIP include:
Arthritis-related conditions: Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis (including of the hip, knee, and other joints)
Pain and fatigue syndromes: Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), chronic pain syndromes
Bone and joint disorders: Osteoporosis, osteomalacia, osteonecrosis, bursitis, Paget’s disease, rickets
Spinal conditions: Cervical/lumbar spondylosis, disc lesions, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis
Congenital and genetic disorders: Marfan syndrome, osteogenesis imperfecta, hereditary multiple exostosis, achondroplasia
Injuries and complications: Fractures, dislocations, amputations, whiplash, compartment syndrome
Other conditions: Carpal tunnel syndrome, rotator cuff disorders, tendon and ligament injuries, frozen shoulder, tennis/golfer’s elbow, and more
A full list of the 87 qualifying musculoskeletal conditions can be found on the Daily Record website or through PIP guidance on the official GOV.UK website.
