Hundreds of millions of Americans live with musculoskeletal conditions, experiencing persistent pain in their joints, bones and muscles, limiting their ability to not only work but live fully and comfortably. Yet, many with MSK struggle to get early and consistent treatment.
The World Health Organization estimates that 1.7 billion people have MSK conditions, with one in two Americans affected by these conditions, according to the United States Bone and Joint Initiative. In the past decade, spending to treat MSK conditions has doubled to $20 billion in the U.S., but there have not been improved patient outcomes, as noted by Hinge Health’s State of MSK Report. With MSK spending so high, why are people not getting better?
