Research
Research shows that a biopsychosocial approach to treating musculoskeletal conditions delivers better results. PeerWell’s evidence-based programs leverage this proven model of whole person care.
Reduce MSK Pain with a Biopsychosocial Approach
Physical Therapy
Targeted exercises significantly reduces pain and improves physical function.2
Nutrition
Protein, fat, and sugar are associated with increased pain intensity and lower pain threshold. 3
Behavioral Health
Stress reduction techniques and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy lowers levels of pain. 4
1 in 2 Americans suffer from a musculoskeletal condition resulting in $213 Billion annual spend in treatment and lost wages.1
View Research Studies
Quantifying patient engagement in total joint arthroplasty using digial App-based technology
The Journal of Arthroplasty
The role of prehabilitation with a telerehabilitation system prior to total knee arthroplasty
Annals of Translational Medicine
PeerWell Reduces Outpatient Physical Therapy for Aging Total Joint Replacement Patients
White paper by CORE Institute
Associations between preoperative physical therapy and post-acute care utilization patterns and cost in total joint replacement
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
Effect of preoperative exercise on measures of functional status in men and women undergoing total hip and knee arthroplasty
Arthritis Care and Research
Prehab Improves Outcomes for Oncology Patients
Oncology Issues
High-intensity preoperative training improves physical and functional recovery in the early post-operative periods after total knee arthroplasty: a randomized controlled trial
Knee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy
Prehabilitation improves physical function of individuals with severe disability from hip or knee osteoarthritis
Physiotherapy Canada
The Effectiveness of Prehabilitation (Prehab) in Both Functional and Economic Outcomes Following Spinal Surgery: A Systematic Review
Cureus
Prehabilitation versus usual care before total knee arthroplasty: A case report comparing outcomes within the same individual
Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
Prehab as an Alternative to Elective Spine Surgery
Global Spine Journal
1. “One in two Americans have a musculoskeletal condition”, ScienceDaily, https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/03/160301114116.htm.
“In a multi-site trial, patient populations using PeerWell’s PreHab technology experienced 25% lower hospital length of stay, 80% increased discharge to home without home health support and a 91% reduction in discharge to skilled nursing facilities.”
– Dr. Michael Mont, Orthopedic Surgeon, Northwell Orthopedic Institute