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Manage pain from the comfort of home

Sword Thrive is a virtual joint health program available through Highmark.

Join 500,000+ people on the journey to relief.1

Get started at no additional cost

Join 500,000+ people on the journey to relief.1

Sword Thrive is available at no additional cost to all members (age 13 and over)* as an additional program through your health plan.

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How it works

Sword Thrive is designed to help you feel better, faster. 

Easy to use technology.

During your custom sessions, your motion-sensing tablet gives you real-time feedback so you get the most out of each exercise.

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Personalized program and guidance.

Your dedicated Joint Health Specialist creates a program based on your pain levels and goals, and adjusts it as you make progress.

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Anytime. Anywhere.

On your terms, on your time. Your program is designed to fit into your schedule.

Support when you need it.

Get direct, on-the-go access to your dedicated Joint Health Specialist from the Sword Health app.

Get started at no additional cost

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Tell us where pain is holding you back.

Thrive can help you overcome both chronic and post-surgical pain in the areas where it happens most.

Back

Shoulder

Knee

Ankle/Foot

Neck

Wrist/Hand

Hip

Elbow

I battled a shoulder injury for years and even had surgery in 2017 but I was still in pain. With Thrive, I am pain free with a full range of movement that I didn’t have before!*

DonnieThrive member

You have the power to get out of pain. It's a very isolating feeling, and this journey has let me be so much more present. I'm excited I get to do this with my kids.*

KellyThrive member

Thrive helped me stay away from obesity… and it helped me find my path as a father so my kids have a good role model. Being able to move is a blessing.*

MarceloThrive member

*Unpaid consumer testimonials, results may vary.

108000+

Members reduced their pain.1

  • 69%

    of members report feeling better or much better after 9 sessions.1

  • 9/10

    average member satisfaction with their program.2

Next steps

Getting started is simple. Here's how.

Convenient and effective, on your terms.

  • Simple to enroll
  • Joint Health Specialists with expertise in pain-relief
  • Quick, convenient sessions
  • Access to the Sword Health app for progress tracking and support
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Have questions? We’ve got answers.

  • What is included in the Sword Thrive program?

    After you enroll in Sword Thrive, you’ll receive a kit that includes a digital tablet, tablet stand, and a quick guide for getting set up. Your tablet will arrive filled with videos of all your exercises, personally selected for you by your dedicated Joint Health Specialist. Chat with your Specialist and access our library or educational resources—all from right within the Sword app.

  • How long do I have to complete my program?

    No two programs are the exact same; your program will be personalized to your pain level and goals, as well as your schedule. Your Joint Health Specialists will adjust your program after each session to help you recover effectively, and they will continue to connect with you until you find relief.

  • Does the program cost me anything?

    Thrive is available at no additional cost to you as an additional program offered through your health plan. There are no out-of-pocket costs or co-pays, and the Thrive kit that’s mailed to you is included with your program.

  • When can I expect to notice results?

    69% of members report feeling little or no pain by the end of their program,3 and 55% of members who enroll with moderate to severe surgery intent are surgery-free.4 We also hear members report improvements in other lifestyle factors like sleep, alertness, and energy level!

Still have questions? Get in touch.

+1 (209) 512-4634 (TTY users should call 711) / Mon - Fri, 9am - 6pm ET
needhelp@swordhealth.com

Find support on your journey to pain relief.

Get started at no additional cost
Footnotes
  • 1

    Sword member base, 2024 data

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    Average participant program satisfaction measured on a scale from 0-10 | Sword member base, 2024 data

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    Members who enroll in Sword Thrive with moderate to severe pain and that, by the end of program, have no or only mild pain, or decrease their pain level by 30% | Sword member base, 2024 data

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    Members who enroll in Sword Thrive with moderate to severe surgery intent (30% or above), and who by the end of the program have no or only mild surgery intent (below 30%). | Sword member base, 2024 data

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Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions or concerns regarding a medical condition and before you begin a wellness program. It is important to understand that results are not guaranteed and may vary for each individual. 

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*Sword Thrive is available at no additional cost to all members (age 13 and over) as an additional program through your health plan. Individuals ages 13-17 will need to obtain consent from their parent or guardian. Thrive is a Sword Health program. Sword Health is an independent company that provides wellness services for your health plan. Sword Health, Inc. does not provide health care services. Sword Health Professionals provides its services through a group of independently owned professional practices consisting of Sword Health Care Providers, P.A., Sword Health Care Providers of NJ, P.C., and Sword Health Care Physical Therapy Providers of CA, P.C.

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Benefits and/or benefit administration may be provided by or through the following entities, which are independent licensees of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association:

Western and Northeastern PA: Highmark Inc. d/b/a Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Highmark Choice Company, Highmark Health Insurance Company, Highmark Coverage Advantage Inc., Highmark Benefits Group Inc., First Priority Health, First Priority Life Insurance Company, Highmark Care Benefits Inc. or Highmark Senior Health Company. Your plan may not cover all your health care expenses. Read your plan materials carefully to determine which health care services are covered. For more information, call the number on the back of your member ID card or, if not a member, call 866-459-4418.

Delaware: Highmark BCBSD Inc. d/b/a Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield.


West Virginia: Highmark West Virginia Inc. d/b/a Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Highmark Health Insurance Company or Highmark Senior Solutions Company. Visit https://www.highmarkbcbswv.com/networkaccessplan to view the Access Plan required by the Health Benefit Plan Network Access and Adequacy Act. You may also request a copy by contacting us at the number on the back of your ID card.

Western NY: Highmark Western and Northeastern New York Inc. d/b/a Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield.


All references to “Highmark” in this document are references to the Highmark company that is providing the member’s health benefits or health benefit administration and/or to one or more of its affiliated Blue companies.

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield is a Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and/or Part D plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in these plans depends on contract renewal.


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The Claims Administrator/Insurer complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex, including sex stereotypes and gender identity.

ATTENTION: If you speak English, free language translation and interpretation services are available to you. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services (such as large print, audio, and Braille) to provide information in accessible formats are also available free of charge. Call the number on the back of your ID card (TTY: 711) for help. 

ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de traducción e interpretación de idiomas. También hay disponibles ayudas y servicios auxiliares adecuados (como letra grande, audio y Braille) para proporcionar información en formatos accesibles sin cargo. Llame al número que figura al dorso de su tarjeta de identificación (TTY: 711) si necesita ayuda. 

ACHTUNG: Wenn Sie Deutsch sprechen, stehen Ihnen kostenlose Übersetzungs- und Dolmetscherdienste zur Verfügung. Außerdem sind kostenlos entsprechende Hilfsmittel und Dienstleistungen (wie Großdruck, Audio und Blindenschrift) zur Bereitstellung von Informationen in barrierefreien Formaten erhältlich. Wählen Sie hierfür bitte die Nummer auf der Rückseite Ihrer Ausweiskarte (TTY: 711).

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Sword Health, Inc. does not provide healthcare services. Sword Health Professionals provides clinical services through a group of independently owned professional practices consisting of Sword Health Care Providers, P.A., Sword Health Care Providers of NJ, P.C., and Sword Health Care Physical Therapy Providers of CA, P.C.

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1. Complete your profile.

Help build a better picture of your lifestyle, medical history, and goals.

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2. Connect with your dedicated Joint Health Specialist.

They will customize an exercise program for your needs and support you throughout your journey.

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3. Receive your Thrive kit.

You’ll receive a kit that includes a tablet and accessories you'll use to complete your exercise program.