September 17, 2025
By Dr. Andrew Gorecki, DPT, Co-Founder of MovementRx
In the world of physical therapy, where musculoskeletal (MSK) pain affects over 127 million Americans and racks up a staggering $264 billion in annual healthcare costs, one challenge consistently stands out: patient adherence to home exercise programs (HEPs). Studies show that up to 70% of patients drop off in the first four weeks, leading to stalled recovery, persistent pain, and suboptimal functional outcomes. But what if technology could bridge that gap?
At MovementRx, our Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) platform is doing just that. Drawing from real-world preliminary data collected from over 3,292 patients across 15 clinical sites, we’re thrilled to share how MRx is driving measurable improvements in functional outcomes—empowering patients to regain strength, mobility, and independence faster than ever.
The Data Speaks Volumes: Quantifiable Gains in Everyday Function
Our platform isn’t just about reminders and tracking; it’s a comprehensive tool that integrates video-guided exercises, real-time PTA support, and gamified engagement to make HEPs seamless and sustainable. The results? Transformative.
- Adherence Rocketed to 78%: In standard PT, only about 30% of patients complete their prescribed HEPs. With MRx, adherence jumped to 78%—a 160% relative improvement. This consistency directly translates to better results, as sustained exercise is the cornerstone of recovery.
- 70% Achieved Clinically Meaningful Improvements: Using validated tools like the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) questionnaire, 70% of MRx users met or exceeded the minimum clinically important difference (MCID)—a benchmark for real-world functional gains. Patients reported easier daily tasks, from lifting groceries to typing without pain.
- 35% Average Functional Improvement Across Conditions: For diverse MSK issues—low back pain (Oswestry Disability Index, ODI), neck pain (Neck Disability Index, NDI), upper/lower extremity issues (QuickDASH, LEFS), and knee conditions (Knee Outcome Survey, KOS)—users saw an average 35% uplift in function scores over 4-8 weeks. Pain levels, measured via Visual Analog Scale (VAS), dropped by 2.5 points on average (from 6.2 to 3.7), aligning with NIH-recommended thresholds for meaningful relief.
These aren’t abstract numbers; they’re stories of real people getting back to life. Take Sarah, a 45-year-old office worker with chronic shoulder pain: “Before MRx, I’d skip exercises because they felt overwhelming. Now, with daily check-ins and quick video tweaks from my PTA, I went from a DASH score of 65 to 28 in six weeks. I can finally garden without wincing!”
Why It Works: The Science Behind the Success
Our preliminary findings, now powering our NIH-funded Direct to Phase II SBIR study (1R44 HD120281), underscore RTM’s role in addressing adherence barriers. By combining bidirectional EMR integration (e.g., WebPT APIs), motivational messaging, and holistic tracking (pain, sleep, nutrition), MRx reduces dropout risks and optimizes progressions. Early adopters at our partner clinics report not just better outcomes but also streamlined workflows—freeing clinicians to focus on high-touch care.
This aligns with broader trends: CMS’s 2022 RTM codes (98975-81) signal a shift toward value-based care, and our data shows MRx delivers exactly that—potentially saving $5,000-$8,000 per patient through fewer downstream visits and interventions.
Join the Movement: Ready to Elevate Your Outcomes?
As we gear up for our multi-site RCT to validate these results at scale, we’re more committed than ever to making evidence-based rehab accessible. Whether you’re a PT clinic leader eyeing MIPS optimization or a patient battling MSK pain, MovementRx is here to help.
Schedule a Demo Today or Learn About Us to see how we can boost your functional outcomes. Let’s turn data into recovery—one adherent step at a time.
Stay tuned for updates from our trial—your success story could be next!
About the Author: Dr. Andrew Gorecki, DPT, is Co-Founder of MovementRx and Owner of Superior Physical Therapy. With 14+ years in MSK rehab, he’s passionate about digital tools that make PT more effective and equitable.
Disclaimer: Preliminary data from 3,292 patients across 15 sites; full RCT results pending NIH funding.