msk

MSK is an acronym that can refer to several different things depending on context. The two most common references are Moscow Time and the musculoskeletal system in medicine.

Moscow Time (MSK) is the time zone used in Moscow, Russia, and in much of western Russia. It is Coordinated Universal Time plus three hours (UTC+3) year-round, following the abolition of seasonal time changes in this region.

In medical usage, MSK stands for musculoskeletal, describing the muscles, bones, joints, and related structures. The term is used in clinical contexts to describe conditions, injuries, and imaging that involve the musculoskeletal system. MSK imaging refers to radiologic techniques—such as MRI, CT, X-ray, and ultrasound—focused on bones, muscles, ligaments, and joints.

Other uses of MSK may include organizational or product names and various codes assigned in different sectors. Because the same acronym can have multiple meanings, interpretation relies on accompanying context.