Sore Back? Stiff Knees? Address Your Chronic Pain This Men’s Health Month

Aches and pains can be easy to ignore—until they start getting in the way of everyday life. Whether it’s a sore back, stiff knees, shoulder pain, or muscle discomfort that makes it harder to work, move, exercise, or enjoy time with family, physical therapy can be a good place to start.

If you’re enrolled in a Standard Motor Products medical plan, you and your covered family members, age 18 and older, are eligible for Hinge Health support. Hinge gives you personalized support from your own physical therapist, plus exercises you can do from home in 15 minutes or less—with no copays or office visits.

Visit the Hinge Health page to learn more and enroll, and check out Men’s Health Tips: Understanding and Managing Chronic Pain with Exercise from Hinge Health.

Don’t Miss Your Preventive Care Deadline

Men’s Health Month is also a reminder to schedule your annual preventive care exam. Preventive care can help catch issues early—and it’s free when you visit an in-network provider.

Visit Anthem’s preventive care page to select your age and view recommended screenings. Plus, complete your annual preventive care exam by October 15, 2026, and keep lower premiums in 2027 through the SMP Wellness Program.