Musculoskeletal (MSK) concerns are among the most common and most consequential health challenges people face. Whether you are managing chronic pain, recovering from a recent injury, or weighing a major surgical decision, it can be difficult to know if you're seeing the full picture.
At Summus, we connect you with leading MSK specialists who help you understand available options, so you can make confident, informed decisions about your care.
How Summus can help you
Understanding your diagnosis
Received a diagnosis, but aren't sure what it means for your daily life? Our physicians break down the clinical details into plain language. We help you understand what is happening in your body, the level of urgency, and the logic behind recommended next steps.
Exploring all your treatment options
Surgery is often just one of many potential paths. Summus specialists guide you through the range of non-surgical alternatives when appropriate, including physical therapy and specialized rehabilitation, therapeutic injections, regenerative treatments, and minimally invasive procedures.
Getting additional insight before surgery
If surgery has been recommended, a Summus specialist can provide an objective review of your imaging and diagnosis and help you determine if a more conservative approach is a viable first step to discuss with your local doctor.
Navigating pain management
Our specialists help you understand the root cause of your pain and identify evidence-based approaches that go beyond masking symptoms, whether that's a targeted injection, physical therapy, or a multi-modal recovery plan.
Preparing for and recovering from surgery
When surgery is the right choice, Summus can support you through the process. We help you prepare by identifying the right questions for your surgeon and ensure your post-operative rehab plan optimizes a successful recovery.
Questions members ask
- "My doctor says I need a knee replacement. How do I know if I really need it?"
- "I've had back pain for years. I've tried PT, but what else can I do?"
- "My MRI shows a herniated disc. Does that mean I need surgery?"
- "I'm 52, and my orthopedist wants to do a hip replacement. Is this my only option?"
- "I'm recovering from rotator cuff surgery and something doesn't feel right. Is that normal?"
Common MSK topics we cover
| Arthritis | Joint replacement (hip, knee, shoulder) |
| Back and neck pain | Knee surgeries (ACL, meniscus, and more) |
| Disc herniation and replacement | Rotator cuff injuries |
| Spinal stenosis | Tendon and ligament injuries |
| Pain management approaches | Sports injuries and overuse conditions |
| Non-surgical approaches (injections, physical therapy) | Post-surgical recovery |
Accessing support with Summus
Your joints, spine, and mobility are central to how you live and feel every day. Whether you're navigating pain, injury, or a treatment decision, Summus is here to connect you with specialists who truly listen and help you find the right path forward.
Clinically reviewed by Dr. Nancy Creech, SVP of Clinical Operations at Summus