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 shows that patients who undergo physical therapy before surgery are 50% less likely to require surgery at all. That means fewer risks, faster recovery times, and a dramatically lower financial burden for patients and payers. In fact, a PT-first philosophy is saving the U.S. healthcare system an estimated $2.5 billion every year.
At Confluent Health, we see these outcomes every day. By putting PT at the start of the care journey, we not only help patients recover from injuries but we help them prevent unnecessary interventions. With over 90% of our patients reporting meaningful improvements in function and quality of life, PT proves again and again that it belongs at the center of MSK care.
This National Physical Therapy Month, we’re proud to champion PT-first pathways that put patients ahead of procedures and outcomes ahead of costs. Because when we start with PT, everyone wins.
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