Fern Health

Digital care for chronic musculoskeletal pain

New York City, New York, United States

About Fern Health

Fern Health offers digital care for individuals with chronic musculoskeletal (MSK) pain, partnering with employers to provide a fully covered employee benefit. The program includes an 8-week regimen of personalized exercise therapy, pain neuroscience education, and one-on-one health coaching, all delivered virtually. Unlike traditional physical therapy, Fern Health focuses on non-invasive solutions that are clinically validated, aiming to improve pain management and overall quality of life. The company's goal is to help reduce healthcare costs for employers while enhancing employee productivity.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
MERGERCompany Stage
Consulting, HealthcareIndustries
11-50Employees

Risks

Increased competition from digital therapeutics companies threatens market share.
Dependency on WebMD partnership could pose risks if the partnership fails.
Integration challenges from BehaVR merger may disrupt service delivery.

Differentiation

Fern Health offers a biopsychosocial approach to chronic pain management.
The company provides virtual, non-invasive solutions for musculoskeletal pain.
Fern Health partners with employers to offer fully covered digital care programs.

Upsides

Growing demand for virtual health solutions boosts Fern Health's market potential.
Increased employer investment in wellness programs aligns with Fern Health's offerings.
Rising focus on mental health supports Fern Health's comprehensive pain management approach.