Survey results highlight the impact of musculoskeletal (MSK) pain on the women in your workforce and how you can help them manage it.
Half of U.S. adults experience MSK pain¹, but women are affected more frequently and more severely than men—and many of them are suffering in silence². A new survey points out opportunities for employers and benefits leaders to help women feel seen and understood³. Find out what women want you to know about their pain and how you can help.
What women say about their pain:
- “Pain makes everyday life harder”: 47% say pain prevents them from living life to the fullest³
- “Pain affects my mental health”: Over 40% of women say pain makes them feel more anxious and depressed³
- “Digital care would make things easier”: 48% say an at-home, digital physical therapy platform would make it easier to follow a care plan³
Download this report to learn how you can better support women in the workforce.
- United States Bone and Joint Initiative. The Burden of Musculoskeletal Diseases in the United States, 4th ed. Musculoskeletal Diseases.
- Casale R, Atzeni F, Bazzichi L, Beretta G, Costantini E, Sacerdote P, Tassorelli C. Pain in Women: A Perspective Review on a Relevant Clinical Issue that Deserves Prioritization. Pain Ther. 2021 Jun;10(1):287-314. doi: 10.1007/s40122-021-00244-1. Epub 2021 Mar 15.
- Hinge Health survey, conducted by Prophet. State of Musculoskeletal Care 2024 [unpublished raw data].