Coming in 2025: New benefit offers physical therapy, pain relief at home

Ever wake up to a throbbing crick in your neck? Or tweaked that same leg muscle playing a pick-up basketball game?  Yes, joint and muscle pain can be a real struggle. Well, starting Jan. 1 MESSA members can rehab and get relief from the comfort of home through a new partnership with Hinge Health. And best of all, it’s free.

Hinge Health is a digital clinic that provides virtual physical therapy designed specifically for you. Using the Hinge Health app, you can access programs that help you reduce everyday joint and muscle aches, recover from an injury, improve your mobility and strength, and relieve pelvic pain and discomfort. All MESSA members and covered dependents 18 and older are eligible.

When you enroll with Hinge Health, you’ll receive:

• A care plan designed for your everyday activities and long-term goals — and to treat multiple areas of your body
• Exercise therapy sessions you can do in 15 minutes anytime, anywhere using the Hinge Health app
• One-on-one support from a physical therapist or health coach to help you reach your goals
• Instant feedback during your exercise sessions with precise motion tracking

So, if you’re still struggling with that nagging knee injury from last month’s 5K, or just can’t shake off that lower back pain, Hinge Health may be the answer. Make a resolution for 2025 to check out Hinge Health. The sooner you start, the quicker you’ll be able to go hiking, jogging or simply running errands with ease.

To learn more, visit messa.org/HingeHealth.