Manulife Canada partners with Sword to launch AI-enabled physiotherapy service

• Manulife Canada partnered with Sword to launch an AI-enabled physiotherapy service for eligible group benefits members on disability leave.
• Program targets acute or chronic musculoskeletal conditions, aiming to speed recovery timelines, improve outcomes, support faster return-to-work.
• Initial rollout provides at-home access to Canadian-licensed physiotherapists supported by a Health Canada-approved motion-tracking device.
• Expansion planned in 2027 to all group plan members with extended health coverage, broadening access across Canada.

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