On January 28, 2026, the trajectory of the global digital health market was irrevocably altered by Sword Health's announcement of its acquisition of Kaia Health. This transaction, valued at $285 Million, is not merely a consolidation of two competitors but a strategic unification of distinct technological philosophies, wearable sensor-based biofeedback and markerless computer vision, under a single, vertically integrated platform. This chapter dissects the financial mechanics

The global healthcare landscape is rapidly converging upon a singular, undeniable crisis point regarding musculoskeletal (MSK) health, creating a definitive "before and after" scenario centered around the year 2026. For decades, MSK disorders, encompassing conditions ranging from non-specific low back pain (LBP) to complex post-surgical rehabilitation, have served as the silent epidemic of the industrialised world. However, as we approach the latter half of the 2020s, the con

The European digital health market is at a pivotal inflection point, with the musculoskeletal (MSK) sector emerging as a primary frontier for innovation and investment. This market is not merely growing; it is undergoing a fundamental transformation, driven by an aging demographic, the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions, and a critical shift towards data-enabled, value-based care. The European Digital MSK market is projected to reach a revenue of US$3.28 Billion by 2