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Avoiding Costly and Unnecessary Surgeries

Musculoskeletal issues are the number one cause of chronic pain globally, and most of us will be affected by at least one of them at some point in our lives. These conditions are often degenerative and can lead to reduced mobility, disability, and costly surgeries. However, this doesn't have to be the case.

Prevention Is Better than Cure

Most musculoskeletal injury or damage is preventable, or when treated rapidly and effectively, doesn't necessarily lead to further complications. So, whether it's training properly to avoid injuries, obtaining the best pain management, or ensuring the immediate treatment plan is effective, much can be done to prevent long-term damage and avoid costly and unnecessary surgeries.

Unfortunately, not all of us have this knowledge at our fingertips, and we can't all be experts on musculoskeletal disorders. In addition, with the complex and fragmented nature of healthcare in the US today, it's easy to miss opportunities for improved outcomes.

Introducing Jointstrong®

JointStrong® has streamlined the care delivery model by creating a market-leading, unique, and genuinely comprehensive musculoskeletal healthcare solution. Their mobile and web application is ideal for treating and preventing musculoskeletal conditions such as neck, shoulder, elbow, back, hip, knee, and ankle pain or function loss.

Based on how complex the issue is, this app navigates the user to the most appropriate level of care. It allows them to manage their condition from home with a minimum of clinical intervention. For example, the app will provide those with simple conditions with instructions for movements designed to alleviate neck, joint or back pain. For those with more complex conditions, Jointstrong® gives access to licensed clinicians via a virtual network and, if required, clinical solutions with an accredited provider.

The Jointstrong® Process

Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) principles are the primary drivers of the JointStrong® process. MDT allows patients to be categorized into one of the five management groups - Mechanical, Chemical, Surgical, Behavioral or Red Flag, putting them on the path to the most appropriate treatment program. The four steps in this process are:

  1. Assessment
  2. Classification
  3. Treatment
  4. Prevention

Clinicians trained in this system are familiar with all musculoskeletal issues and can identify requirements for MDT, decide which management strategy is optimal, and prepare recovery plans.

The Advantages of Jointstrong®

Healthcare is often expensive, even with the best plan in place. Therefore, anything that can be done to offset costs in advance is certainly a weight off anyone's mind, and Jointstrong® does just this. With its diagnostic tools for early diagnosis of musculoskeletal issues and plans for preventative measures, Jointstrong® is an excellent way to avoid costly and unnecessary surgeries.

Of course, the main benefit is improving patients' quality of life. Musculoskeletal pain can be crippling and affect the ability to participate in sports, work, and even day-to-day family life. Additionally, it's easy to use and navigate with its intuitive app that guides users through the process to individually appropriate solutions.

Ask PBA how to add this value tool to your health plan.

About PBA

Professional Benefit Administrators, Inc. (PBA) is an independently owned and operated Third Party Administrator (TPA) with a national presence. Since 1985, PBA has been entirely focused on self-funded employer sponsored health plans. Our goal is to build relationships with advisors who believe in the value of self-funding health plans with a flexible, client centric TPA. Committed to leveraging the PBA Advantage, we offer a competitive edge and always search for innovation to break through the status quo.