Engaging Manufacturing Workers with Whole-Person Care

At Goodpath, we’re proud to partner with manufacturing companies to provide their employees with comprehensive and effective health solutions. Manufacturing workers form a vital backbone of many industries, yet their physically demanding roles often put them at a higher risk for musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, stress, and other health challenges. Here’s how Goodpath ensures this critical workforce receives the care and support they need.

Addressing Unique Health Challenges

The demanding nature of manufacturing work—long hours, repetitive tasks, and heavy lifting—means MSK conditions are a significant concern for employees. In fact, 42% of Goodpath enrollments among manufacturing workers are for MSK conditions, surpassing the 39% average across other industries. These injuries are often severe, with members reporting an average pain score of 7.0/10 at intake, measured on the Visual Analog Pain Scale. Left unaddressed, such conditions drive short-term disability cases and escalate medical costs.

Goodpath’s personalized approach provides resources tailored to manufacturing employees. In-app physical therapy and exercise are first-line treatments for MSK pain. Additional learning modules, like Safe Lifting Techniques and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Pain, provide actionable insights to prevent workplace injuries and manage pain. Additionally, Goodpath’s care kits, which include practical tools like heat patches, massage balls, and topical creams, are shipped directly to members monthly to enhance recovery and support their day-to-day work routines.

High Engagement for Better Results

Goodpath drives 18% overall enrollment for manufacturing clients. Manufacturing employees are highly engaged with their Goodpath programs, especially with their coaches. Members working in the manufacturing field book 23% more coaching sessions than other industries. This engagement is driven by our accessible platform that offers coaching in both English and Spanish, ensuring language is never a barrier to care. Our coaches build strong, trusting relationships with members, providing culturally sensitive support tailored to their unique needs.

Measurable Health Improvements

The results speak for themselves:

• 39% reduction in MSK pain
  Members reported a 39% improvement in MSK pain severity. On average, they improved from 7.0/10 (severe) pain severity at intake to 4.3/10 (moderate) pain severity at follow-up. 
• Anxiety and depression symptoms nearly halved
  Anxiety symptoms, measured on the GAD-7 Scale, improved 49% from intake (14.6/21 (severe)) to follow-up (7.4/21(mild)). Additionally, depression symptoms, measured on the PHQ-8 Scale improved 48% from intake (14.5/24(moderately severe)) to intake (7.8/24(mild)).
  Whether members are enrolled in a physical health or mental health program, they receive the mental health care they need as part of Goodpath’s whole-person approach. 
• 86% of sleep members improved their insomnia
  86% of sleep members improved their insomnia. Measured on the Insomnia Severity Index, sleep issues decreased by 46%.
• Digestive health improved from moderate to mild severity
  IBS symptoms improved by 39% on the IBS Severity Score. Members began at a symptom severity of 273/500 (moderate) and ended at 167/500 (mild) at follow-up. 

By focusing on these critical areas, Goodpath helps manufacturing workers improve their quality of life and perform their physically demanding roles with greater ease.

Additionally, Goodpath ensures employers see tangible financial benefits from their investment. With a 1:1 ROI guarantee based on medical claims data, employers can be confident that the program delivers value. For manufacturing clients, Goodpath delivered a 3.3 ROI on average. Employers saved over three times the program cost in medical claims for Goodpath members. Such significant savings underscore the cost-effectiveness of virtual, whole-person care while reinforcing Goodpath’s commitment to improving both employee well-being and business outcomes.

Partnering for Success

Our work with manufacturing companies highlights the importance of understanding and addressing the specific challenges faced by their employees. By providing tailored, culturally competent care that delivers results, Goodpath is helping manufacturing workers stay healthy, productive, and engaged.