Hinge Health Report Highlights Gaps in MSK Care Delivery
Event summary
- Hinge Health's 2026 State of Musculoskeletal (MSK) Care Report surveyed 1,000 patients and 295 providers to identify systemic challenges in MSK care.
- 24% of patients struggle to decide which provider to see first, while 31% of providers report seeing patients who should have gone elsewhere initially.
- Only 5% of patients saw a physical therapist first, despite 92% of providers agreeing that earlier PT would benefit most MSK patients.
- Hinge Health is leveraging AI and automation to address these gaps in care coordination and delivery.
The big picture
Hinge Health's report underscores the persistent fragmentation in musculoskeletal care, highlighting a growing opportunity for digital health solutions. The findings align with broader industry trends toward value-based care and the integration of technology into traditional healthcare models. As Hinge Health scales its AI-powered platform, its success will depend on demonstrating measurable improvements in patient engagement and clinical outcomes.
What we're watching
- AI Integration
- How Hinge Health's AI-powered care model will affect patient outcomes and cost efficiency.
- Care Coordination
- Whether the industry can sustain improved coordination between digital and in-person care providers.
- Regulatory Impact
- The pace at which regulatory bodies may respond to the identified gaps in MSK care delivery.