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Are you having back pain with any of the following?
- Severe pain, weakness or tingling in your leg(s).
- Difficulty stopping urination or loss of control of bladder or bowels.
- Unexplained fever, nausea or vomiting.
- A history of cancer or unexplained weight loss.
We understand that you are experiencing one or more of the health issues that might be impacting your back pain.
We recommend that you discuss these health issues with your doctor before proceeding with this program.
Once you are cleared by your doctor to do this program, we hope it helps you find relief from your back pain.
Success stories
Members are getting personalized support
"My coach helped me realize that I was bored, then she helped me figure out what I could do to change that habit. My energy is up again, and my food choices are back on track. Coaching is a powerful tool."
Members are finding their own motivation
"I now understand what motivates me, what my blocks are and how to overcome them. I appreciate that you didn't tell me what to do. There are thousands of books that do that."
Members are getting the support they need
"I was not able to quit in the past on my own. My wellness coach made the difference in my being able to successfully quit this time. It was clearly my responsibility, and she was on the sidelines giving me encouragement, not advice."
Members are feeling more confident
"I stopped beating myself up if I was having a bad day. I realized that being mindful and focusing on my success helped me move forward and continue with my wellness goals even if I slipped up sometimes."
Members are connecting with other resources
"My coach connected me with a Tai Chi class at Kaiser. Now I take Tai Chi and walk the Labyrinth and it's all really helping me relax and reduce my stress."
Additional References:
- Staying Healthy Link to Making Healthy Changes in Your Lifestyle
- Staying Healthy Link to Motivation Strategies
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If you have an emergency medical condition, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. An emergency medical condition is any of the following: (1) a medical condition that manifests itself by acute symptoms of sufficient severity (including severe pain) such that you could reasonably expect the absence of immediate medical attention to result in serious jeopardy to your health or body functions or organs; (2) active labor when there isn't enough time for safe transfer to a Plan hospital (or designated hospital) before delivery, or if transfer poses a threat to your (or your unborn child's) health and safety, or (3) a mental disorder that manifests itself by acute symptoms of sufficient severity such that either you are an immediate danger to yourself or others, or you are not immediately able to provide for, or use, food, shelter, or clothing, due to the mental disorder.
This information is not intended to diagnose health problems or to take the place of specific medical advice or care you receive from your physician or other health care professional. If you have persistent health problems, or if you have additional questions, please consult with your doctor. If you have questions or need more information about your medication, please speak to your pharmacist. Kaiser Permanente does not endorse the medications or products mentioned. Any trade names listed are for easy identification only.