Stance Health, a pioneering healthcare startup focused on musculoskeletal (MSK) care, has successfully raised $1 million in pre-seed funding. This investment round was led by General Catalyst, with additional participation from Antler, DEVC, EX Capital (founded by the creators of Sword Health), and notable angel investors, including Swiggy co-founders Sriharsha Majety and Nandan Reddy, as well as Kulin Shah, co-founder of Onsurity.

With this funding, Stance Health is set to scale its innovative, technology-driven MSK care model across India. The company aims to streamline the traditionally fragmented MSK sector by developing a proprietary technology platform and expanding its team and multidisciplinary MSK centers in Bengaluru and other key cities. By integrating advanced analytics and personalized therapeutic interventions, Stance Health seeks to enhance the patient journey from diagnosis to full recovery.

Bridging Gaps in MSK Care Through Innovation

Commenting on the need for a structured approach to MSK care in India, Rohit Arora, Co-founder and CEO of Stance Health, said, “The fragmented nature of musculoskeletal care in India has long obstructed patient access to effective treatments. This funding allows us to leverage state-of-the-art technology to broaden our reach and standardize care throughout the country. We believe musculoskeletal care needs the ethos of medical science but with a very strong consumer-focused understanding, all of it powered by technology. We thank our investors for sharing our vision and supporting our efforts.”

Stance Health’s comprehensive approach integrates medical expertise, rehabilitation specialists, and advanced diagnostics into an omnichannel care system. The company’s precision-driven rehabilitation framework incorporates AI-based motion sensors, objective strength assessments, and structured treatment pathways to ensure measurable outcomes. Its recovery model follows a structured three-phase approach—Reassess, Restore, Reignite—blending clinical expertise with technology to achieve long-term recovery and enable patients to regain mobility and function.

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Investor Backing and Industry Validation

Anand Chandrasekaran, who led the pre-seed round while serving as Partner at General Catalyst highlighted the uniqueness of Stance Health’s approach, stating, “Stance Health’s model stands out in India by blending offline touchpoints with online engagement, setting it apart from approaches in developed markets. Rohit and Ninad’s ability to combine clinical excellence with scalable, consumer-first execution is precisely what the Indian healthcare ecosystem needs. General Catalyst is happy to partner with them as they drive advancements in healthcare.”

Further emphasizing the transformative potential of Stance Health’s model, Nitin Sharma, Partner at Antler, added, “MSK care has seen limited innovation despite its growing burden on healthcare systems. Stance Health’s model not only improves patient access to structured treatment but also builds a scalable, tech-enabled framework that can set new industry benchmarks. We believe their approach can redefine how MSK disorders are managed in India.”

Support from the medical community has also been strong, with orthopedic department heads from leading institutions such as Manipal Hospitals and Kauvery Hospitals backing the funding round. Their involvement underscores the industry’s confidence in Stance Health’s mission to transform MSK care through cutting-edge technology.

Scaling Impact and Future Plans

Since launching its pilot center, Stance Health has conducted over 12,000 rehabilitation sessions in just eight months, achieving patient retention rates three times higher than the industry average. With growing consumer trust, the company now plans to expand its footprint further to make high-quality MSK care more accessible across India.

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