Building the Future of Physical Therapy: Confluent Health’s Commitment to the Talent Pipeline
This National Physical Therapy Month, we’re not just celebrating the impact PTs make every day—we’re looking ahead to the future of the profession itself. Across the country, the need for physical therapists is growing, but the workforce is stretched thin. According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), nearly 50% of PTs report feeling burned […]
Breaking Barriers: How Hybrid Care Expands Access to Physical Therapy
Access to care should never depend on your ZIP code. Yet for millions of Americans, especially those in rural or underserved areas, getting timely musculoskeletal care can be a challenge. That’s why Confluent Health is leading the way with hybrid physical therapy models that combine the best of in-person and digital care. By embracing telehealth […]
Confluent Health Strengthens National Network with Addition of Commonwealth Hand & Physical Therapy
Louisville, Ky. (Oct. 14, 2025) — Confluent Health, a national leader in musculoskeletal (MSK) care, today announced its latest partnership with Commonwealth Hand & Physical Therapy, a respected Kentucky-based practice with six clinics across the state. By joining forces, Commonwealth Hand & Physical Therapy will continue operating under its trusted local brand while gaining access […]
Use Your Health Benefits Before They Expire: Why Now Is the Best Time to Start Physical Therapy
As the year winds down, there’s one thing most of us forget to check: our health benefits. That’s okay. Life gets busy, especially around the holidays. But here’s the thing: those benefits are yours. They’ve been paid through your paycheck all year. Get every bit of value before your deductible resets or your FSA dollars […]
What Are Herniated Discs and How Physical Therapy Can Help
Up to two percent of adults each year experience disc herniations. This may lead to pain, numbness, loss of strength, or even no symptoms at all. As a physical therapist, I’ve seen both ends of this spectrum: patients in terrible pain from a small herniation, and patients with “scary” MRI findings who had no symptoms […]
4 Exercises for Lower Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most common health issues in the United States. At any given point, 26% of adults in the U.S. have back pain. Back pain can range from an acute injury to a chronic issue that doesn’t seem to go away. What is the Best Exercise for Back Pain? Here’s the […]
Why PT-First Matters: Preventing Surgeries and Saving Billions
When it comes to musculoskeletal (MSK) health, too often patients are steered toward costly surgeries or prescription medications before they’ve had the chance to try more conservative, effective solutions. That’s where physical therapy comes in, and why adopting a PT-first approach is a smarter, more sustainable pathway for patients and the healthcare system alike. Research […]
Confluent Health, Evidence In Motion Leaders Featured on OUCH! Talking Pain with USASP Podcast
At Confluent Health, we are committed to reshaping the way the world understands and treats pain. That’s why we’re proud to share that two of our leaders from Evidence In Motion (EIM) — Dr. Adriaan Louw, PT, PhD, and Dr. Colleen Louw, PT, MEd, PhD — were recently featured on the latest episode of OUCH! […]
Parenting and Back Pain: What’s Really Behind the Aches
Back pain is one of the most common health issues in the United States, affecting an estimated 65–80% of adults at some point in their lives. For parents, the familiarity can feel even higher. Between carpool lines, work demands, stressful evenings, and constantly lifting kids, it’s no surprise that so many moms and dads report […]
Confluent Health Appoints Jim Greenwood as New Board Chair
Veteran healthcare executive to lead Board of Directors as company accelerates national growth in musculoskeletal care Louisville, Ky. (Sept. 23 2025) — Confluent Health, a national leader in musculoskeletal (MSK) health and physical therapy services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Greenwood as Chair of its Board of Directors. Greenwood, a mission-driven executive […]