The facts about chronic pain + mental health
What 10,000 Americans want you to know about how pain impacts their mental wellness. And why they need more holistic care.
40%
say pain has a negative effect on their mental health1
43%
say pain has decreased their overall productivity1
50%
say traditional physical therapy is too expensive1
Why pain is a mental health issue
Chronic MSK pain increases the risk for depression because of shared neural pathways. This makes complete MSK care a critical component to a successful benefits strategy. Care for mental health is only truly comprehensive when it addresses all of the interconnected drivers affecting it.
I was depressed, had chronic pain … I isolated myself at home.
Jenn
Hinge Health Member
Pain and mental health conditions co-exist
Make sure your benefits strategy is complete by addressing chronic pain and mental health together.
References
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1. Hinge Health 2024 National Survey of 10,000 Americans