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

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.

November 7, 2024, LinkedIn

5 Key Takeaways from #ACRM2024

I recently returned from the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine (ACRM) 2024 Conference in Dallas, where the rehabilitation community gathered to share and discuss the latest in rehabilitation research and innovation.

The male physical therapist talks with his female patient to help guide her on how to use the resistance band.

July 30, 2024, MedCity News

Why One Physical Therapy Provider Thinks Hybrid Care is Key

Band Connect’s founders believe their startup’s unique hybrid physical therapy model is helpful in boosting both compliance and outcomes.

July 9, 2024, UC News

UC Bearcat Ventures Inks First Investment Checks

“As a former Bearcat, I am incredibly honored that Bearcat Ventures has chosen Band Connect for investment,” she said. “The support from Bearcat Ventures and the UC community is invaluable, signaling the strength of UC’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.”

March 8, 2024, MedCity News

StartUPDATES: New Developments from Healthcare Startups

Band Connect, a medtech company revolutionizing the physical therapy experience, has announced that they have secured a U.S. patent. This achievement marks a significant milestone in Band Connect’s journey and solidifies its position as a leader in the physical therapy rehabilitation space.

September 20, 2023, UC News

Venture Lab startup seeks to revolutionize physical therapy

When Abby McInturf was a University of Cincinnati College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) student on her way to a degree in industrial design, she studied ways to enhance human health through better design.

June 28, 2023, Cincy Inno

Main Street Ventures awards Launch, Leap grants to 16 entrepreneurs

Sixteen entrepreneurs are the latest beneficiaries of Main Street Ventures’ newest round of grant funding. The Over-the-Rhine nonprofit announced June 27 the recipients of its Launch and Leap grants, as well as Cincinnati State’s Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program. In total, the organization handed out more than $248,000 in equity-free funding.

March 15, 2023, Cincy Inno

Techstars bound: Band Connect lands investment, spot in prestigious accelerator

A local startup founded by University of Cincinnati alumna has landed a spot in a one of the world’s top accelerator programs, with an equity investment to boot that pushes it past its pre-seed fundraising goal.