Confluent Health

09/02/2026

What if the future of chronic pain care is already clearer than we think?

This Pain Awareness Month, we’re looking at what patients, clinicians and physicians told us in The Pain Perspective, Confluent Health’s latest proprietary research initiative.

The good news? There’s strong agreement on what better chronic pain care should look like, from conservative, non-pharmacologic treatment to physical therapy, whole-person care and coordinated pathways.

The challenge? Patients aren’t feeling as confident about the future as clinicians are.

➡️ 94% of clinicians are optimistic about the future of chronic pain management.
➡️ Just 42% of patients feel optimistic about managing their pain long-term.

That 52-point optimism gap matters. Swipe through to see more of what the data tells us, and read the full blog post to explore what patients are telling us about the future of chronic pain care: https://confluenthealth.com/resources/pain-awareness-month-chronic-pain-care/

08/31/2026

Has pain ever made you second-guess a movement you used to do without thinking? Maybe you avoid the stairs, take shorter walks, or hesitate before bending?

You’re not alone. And rebuilding confidence doesn’t mean pushing through pain or expecting it to disappear overnight.

Our latest blog post explores movement confidence and how physical therapy can help you understand what you’re feeling, find a manageable place to start and gradually work toward the activities that matter to you.

In The Pain Perspective, only 42% of patients surveyed felt optimistic about managing their pain long-term—a reminder that confidence and support are an important part of the recovery journey.

Read more and learn how physical therapy can help you move forward with more confidence. 👇

Pain can make everyday movement feel uncertain. Learn how physical therapy can help you understand your symptoms, move gradually, and rebuild confidence

08/21/2026

Before you draft your fantasy football roster, know what happens when injuries enter the game. 🏈

An “active” player isn’t necessarily a fully recovered player, and understanding the difference can give your fantasy team an edge.

Our new Fantasy Football Injury Guide breaks down 12 common NFL injuries, including typical recovery timelines, potential return windows, and how each injury can impact performance on the field. Plus, download our 2026 Fantasy Football Injury Cheat Sheet for a quick reference all season long.

Read the guide and manage your roster with a little more insight this season. 👇

12 common NFL injuries fantasy managers need to know — real recovery timelines from physical therapists, not just the injury report.

08/19/2026

What if understanding pain is part of the treatment? For people living with chronic pain, knowing why they hurt can change how they approach recovery.

Pain Neuroscience Education helps patients understand how the nervous system, past experiences, stress, beliefs, sleep and other factors can influence pain. That understanding can build confidence, reduce fear of movement and help patients become more active participants in their recovery.

Education isn’t separate from treatment. It’s part of it.

Swipe through to learn more, then read the full story: https://confluenthealth.com/resources/pain-neuroscience-education/

08/17/2026

Pain is real, but understanding why we hurt can change how we recover.

Pain Neuroscience Education helps people living with chronic MSK pain understand how the nervous system, past experiences, stress, beliefs, sleep and other factors can influence their pain.

That knowledge can build confidence, reduce fear of movement and help patients become more active participants in their recovery.

Our latest research highlights just how important education and patient empowerment are in chronic pain care. Because education isn’t separate from treatment. It’s part of it.

New research shows that Pain Neuroscience Education is just as critical to recovery as movement or hands-on care. Here's what changes when patients finally understand their pain.

08/11/2026

What should patients expect when they start physical therapy for chronic pain?

Effective care goes beyond treating a painful body part. It starts with understanding the whole person: their goals, concerns, daily life and what they want to get back to doing.

A recent blog post explores what a personalized PT plan may include, from movement and strength-building to pain education, activity pacing and strategies for managing flare-ups.

That patient-centered approach is reflected in findings from The Pain Perspective, our independent research study of more than 1,300 patients, clinicians and physicians. 90% of patients surveyed said they would recommend physical therapy.

Discover how physical therapy helps manage chronic pain with personalized treatments that reduce pain, improve mobility, and support long-lasting recovery.

08/04/2026

Pain can affect much more than your body. It can impact your sleep, energy, confidence, mood, and ability to do the things you enjoy. If chronic pain has left you feeling frustrated, tired, or unsure of what comes next, you are not alone.

In The Pain Perspective, Confluent Health’s research study of more than 1,300 patients, clinicians, and physicians, we found:
💡 46% of patients said pain interferes with sleep
💡 65% reported mental health challenges related to pain

Physical therapy can help support the whole person by focusing on movement, education, confidence, and the goals that matter most to each patient. Learn more about the connection between pain, stress, sleep, and recovery. 👇

Pain can affect more than one part of your body. It may change how you move, how well you sleep, how much energy you have, and how confident you feel getting through the day. It can also affect your mood, stress level, relationships, and daily routines. If chronic pain has made you feel tired, frust...

08/03/2026

Proud to see our Access Physical Therapy & Wellness Goshen team showcase the impact of physical therapy during an Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation Congressional Clinic Tour. Thank you to everyone who helped demonstrate how PT improves mobility, reduces falls, and protects access to care. 💜

07/22/2026

88% of patients in The Pain Perspective reported living with chronic pain for more than a year. It's time our care pathways reflected that reality.

Our latest blog post explores why improving long-term outcomes requires a shift toward connected, conservative, whole-person musculoskeletal care.

Read more and explore the research behind The Pain Perspective.

Chronic pain is not an acute episode that simply lasts longer. It is a long-term health experience that affects how people move, work, sleep, function, and participate in daily life. Yet too often, the systems built to manage musculoskeletal pain still operate around short-term care windows, limited...

07/20/2026

Think balance is just about standing on one foot? Think again.

Good balance relies on your muscles, vision, inner ear, and body awareness all working together. Whether you're looking to stay active, prevent falls, or simply feel more confident moving through daily life, balance is a skill you can improve.

In this blog post, Dr. Alex Corbett from BreakThrough Physical Therapy shares four simple exercises to help build better balance. 👇

Learn simple balance exercises and practical tips to improve stability, coordination, and confidence in everyday movement while helping reduce fall risk.