Hinge Health tackles one of the biggest drivers of healthcare costs: musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. Back pain, knee pain, and joint issues affect hundreds of millions of people and cost the US healthcare system over $300 billion annually. Founded in 2014, Hinge Health built a digital clinic that treats these conditions without surgery or opioids.
The program gives members wearable motion sensors that attach to the body and guide them through personalized exercise therapy sessions at home. The sensors track movement in real time and provide feedback on form. A dedicated physical therapist and health coach work with each member through the app, adjusting the program based on progress and pain levels.
Hinge Health has become the most valuable digital MSK company, reaching a $6.2 billion valuation. Over 1,800 employers and health plans offer Hinge Health to their members, covering more than 20 million lives. The company’s published clinical outcomes show significant pain reduction and avoided surgeries. Hinge Health went beyond exercise therapy by adding behavioral health support, since pain and mental health are closely linked. The company filed for an IPO and continues growing as employers look for ways to manage MSK costs.
