Table 1 Inclusion and exclusion criteria

Adults aged ≥18 years

Rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis

Fibromyalgia diagnosis

GAD-7 score > 15

Willing to take part in a group-based intervention

Previously attended the RUHB FSMP or another pain management programme

Ability to travel to attend the group sessions

Requires a carer to attend

Requires an interpreter to communicate in English