Venture Lab startup seeks to revolutionize physical therapy

March 3, 2026, LinkedIn

When Life Disrupts the Plan: A PT’s Perspective on Hybrid Therapy

Weather disruptions, travel issues, or unexpected life events can sometimes make it unsafe or unrealistic for patients to attend their physical therapy appointments. And when that happens, it’s not just a missed visit, it’s lost momentum. Rehab progress depends on consistency. When patients miss sessions due to snow days, travel conditions, or last-minute cancellations, progress can stall and motivation can dip. That’s why hybrid therapy has become such a valuable part of modern care.

February 18, 2026, Science Center

Science Center’s Capital Readiness Program Drives $137M in Healthcare Innovation Capital as it Launches its 10th Cohort

PHILADELPHIA, PA (February 18, 2026) – Alumni of the Science Center’s Capital Readiness Program (CRP) have collectively raised $137 million, advancing healthcare innovation, creating jobs, and attracting investor interest from across the country. As the organization prepares to welcome its 10th cohort March 2-6, this milestone underscores the Science Center’s role in strengthening the capital layer of the healthcare innovation ecosystem. As a core pillar of The Translation ProjectTM, the Science Center’s operating system for accelerating the translation of healthcare innovations into real-world solutions, CRP is designed for companies approaching a first institutional fundraising round, CRP equips founders with the network, insights, and practical skills...

February 3, 2026,

Transforming Injury Rehab with Brent Williams | Rehab Remix S1 E7

Rehab Remix: Transforming Injury Rehab with Brent Williams Welcome to Rehab Remix Reimagining Boundaries, hosted by Rohit Nayak, co-founder of Band Connect. In this episode, Rohit speaks with Brent Williams, CEO of Complete Care, a growing injury care delivery organization. In this episode of ‘Reimagining Boundaries,’ they delve into the future of orthopedic rehab within the scope of clinical innovation and connected health. Highlighting the importance of function over pain in rehab programs, Brent highlights the goals of Complete Care 2034. The discussion explores the impact of AI in healthcare, including the potential risks and benefits. They also address the...

December 3, 2025,

Taking the Lab to the Clinic: Perspectives from Chuck Thigpen | Rehab Remix S1 E6

Rehab Remix: Taking the Lab to the Clinic: Perspectives from Chuck Thigpen Welcome to Rehab Remix Reimagining Boundaries, hosted by Rohit Nayak, co-founder of Band Connect. In this episode, Rohit speaks with Dr. Charles Thigpen, Chief Clinical and Strategy Officer at ATI Physical Therapy. They delve into Dr. Thigpen’s extensive career in physical therapy, the role of clinical innovation, and the impact of connected health on orthopedic rehab. Dr. Thigpen shares his journey from academia to industry, his experiences in blending process engineering with clinical care, and the importance of leveraging data to improve patient outcomes. They discuss the evolving...

October 23, 2025,

Innovations in Sports Physical Therapy with Brent Pekarski | Rehab Remix S1 E5

Rehab Remix: Innovations in Sports Physical Therapy with Brent Pekarski Welcome to ‘Rehab Remix Reimagining Boundaries,’ a podcast that delves into the future of orthopedic rehabilitation through clinical innovation and digital health. Hosted by Rohit Nayak, co-founder of Band Connect, this episode features Brent Pekarski, a board-certified clinical specialist in sports physical therapy and Director of Physical Therapy at Druzinsky Sports Medicine Institute. Brent shares his journey in the rehab world, discusses his engagement with youth athletes, and elaborates on the integration of technology into physical therapy. Key topics include the hybrid care model, telehealth, remote therapeutic monitoring, and the...

September 23, 2025,

A Conversation with Simon Hoehn | Rehab Remix S1 E4

Our next episode of Rehab Remix: Reimagining Boundaries features Simon Hoehn. Simon is the Director of Physical Therapy at Aptiva Health, a Louisville based multi-disciplinary orthopedic care and rehab provider. I first connected with Simon through a spine surgeon working at Aptiva. Our interactions demonstrated Simon’s passion and purpose-driven approach for what he and Aptiva are doing for orthopedic care and rehab. Our podcast discussion does not disappoint. His first introduction to Physical Therapy started as an athlete, which soon became his professional focus through his training at Washington University in St. Louis. He coached D1 Football and even had stints as...

August 6, 2025,

The Evolution of Physical Therapy: A Conversation with Larry Benz

In this episode of ‘Rehab Remix, Reimagining Boundaries,’ Band Connect introduces Larry Benz. It was too hard to find one label to describe Larry – so we went with the name of his substack blog – #AllThingsPhysicalTherapy. You can hear his extensive journey in PT in his own words, how he started, and continued to systematically build upon his achievements while shaping a foundation for the industry at large. And.. the story is still being written. Larry shares insights into the evolution of physical therapy, challenges with business models, and the integration of technology like AI in clinical practice. He...

June 10, 2025,

Exploring Hybrid Rehab with Alex Bendersky

Join us in conversation with Alex Bendersky, DPT, Founder of the Rehab Think Tank, and a seasoned physical therapist with over two decades of experience. By virtue of his innovative pursuits, Alex has a large following in the PT Rehab community and is one of the leading community members in orthopedic rehabilitation. For over 20 years, Alex has helped shape the field through clinical expertise and an unwavering commitment to innovation. A pioneer in integrating evidence-based technology into physical therapy, he’s also a regular presenter at national conferences such as @APTA. In addition to his work at the Rehab Think...

May 29, 2025,

Paving Clinical Practice Innovation with Dr. Joe Kvedar

Join us in our discussion with Dr. Joe Kvedar, Professor of Dermatology at Harvard Medical School and a pioneer in telemedicine, as he shares his groundbreaking journey over 30 years or more. In addition to being an early practitioner, he probably coined many of the terms we use these days. As significant as his contributions have been, he continues his paving activities forward in numerous ways, including with his role in launching the new RTM (Remote Therapeutic Monitoring) CPT codes, possibly a precursor to value-based care models in rehab therapy. He is also the Editor-in-Chief at npj Digital Medicine, an...

November 29, 2024, LinkedIn

Patient Compliance in Post-Surgical Rehab Programs

Following surgery, a well-structured post-operative rehabilitation program is crucial for achieving optimal recovery. However, the success of these rehabilitative efforts primarily hinges on an often overlooked yet pivotal aspect – patient compliance. This article delves into the significance of patient compliance in post-surgical rehab programs, the factors affecting it, and the impact it has on the recovery process.