STigma-free, self-guided pain support for military and frontline workers - accessible anytime, anywhere
This page brings together tools, education, and guidance to help you take early action when pain shows up — without waiting, referrals, or stigma.
Whether you’re looking to understand your pain, reduce flare-ups, or find a clear starting point, these resources are designed for the realities of high-demand frontline work.
Stigma-Free Support For Military and Frontline Workers
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Not Sure Where to Start With Your Low Back Pain?
If you’re dealing with low back pain and don’t know what to fix first, The Low Back Pain Starting Point Quiz helps you stop guessing.
This short, evidence-informed quiz identifies the pain pattern most likely driving your symptoms and gives you clear direction on what matters most right now — without overwhelm, stigma, or trial-and-error.
This isn't another generic quiz.
It's a clear, logical first step toward understanding what's actually driving your low back pain.
In under 5 minutes, you’ll learn:
- Your primary low back pain pattern
- What’s most important to address first
- What not to chase yet (for now)
- Why certain approaches may not have worked before
- A clearer, more confident next step forward
Built by Dr. Karen Thomas, PT, DPT, a woman veteran physical therapist with nearly 20 years of experience supporting military and frontline workers.
If you've been stuck, frustrated, or unsure where to begin - this is the place to start.
5 minutes • Instant access • $27 one-time
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Clear guidance for pain, recovery, and readiness.
When Low Back Pain Strikes Low back pain—it’s frustrating, disruptive, and all too common. But for military service members and first responders, it’s more than just an inconvenience—it’s a potential threat to operational readiness and long-term health. For many frontline defenders, low back pain doesn’t start with a catastrophic event. Instead, it creeps in subtly: […]
It’s Time to Prioritize Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention Every service member understands the toll that military life takes on the body. The rigorous physical demands of training, long hours spent standing or carrying heavy loads, and the repetitive motions required in many military occupational specialties all contribute to a silent but costly issue—musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs). These […]
Each article helps you:
- Understand what’s driving your pain
- Make informed decisions about movement and recovery
- Take action early — before pain escalates or becomes chronic
Short, focused reads designed to support your work, your body, and your career. Explore the blog today!
7 tactical, evidence-based strategies to reduce pain and restore movement — fast.
✔ Built for military service members & frontline workers
✔ Stigma-free, practical relief you can use anywhere
✔ Created by an Air Force Veteran & Doctor of Physical Therapy
Download the Quick Wins Guide and take your first step toward understanding your pain, taking confident action, and reclaiming your quality of life — on and off duty.
Low Back Hurting? You Need a Win.
