Questionnaire
Is the Basic or Intermediate Level of classes right for you?
Before signing up for the Basic or Intermediate Low Back Exercise series of classes, take some time to determine which level is right level for you. We recommend 3 ways of determining if you are ready to exercise and where you should begin. You may find you only need one of these recommended ways or you can use all 3 for more confidence.
Choice 1:
Ask your back therapist to help you determine which level to select.
To assist in this discussion, we recommend you share the link to the beginner and intermediate program free previews located at the bottom of that page, where there is an overview of the types of exercises which are included in the classes.
Choice 2:
Try the beginner/basic level free preview exercise class or the Intermediate level free preview class.
See if it's too hard or too easy for you.
I tried Choice 2. What now?
Choice 3:
Fill in the Oswestry Disability Index.
This standardized questionnaire can help you to determine what level of activity may be right for you. Remember to keep track of your score to compare to the recommendations in next steps and to monitor your progress as you continue on with the program.
I tried Choice 3. What now?
Choice 1: Next Step
The Healthy Back Class Level that is most likely the best place for you to start is the one your spine therapist has reviewed and recommended for you.Click here to register if your back therapist recommended you enroll in the Basic Class.
Basic Level: Healthy Back Program
Click here to register if your back therapist recommended you enroll in the Intermediate Class. This class is coming soon. Be the first to know by adding your name to the mailing list below.
If you need more certainty then we recommend you go on to Step 2 or Step 3.
Choice 2: Next Step
The Healthy Back Class Level that is most likely the best place for you to start is the one that felt the best and did not increase your pain.
Click here to register if the Basic class preview felt the best for your back.
Basic Level: Healthy Back Program
Click here to register if the Intermediate class preview felt the best for your back. This class is coming soon. Be the first to know by adding your name to the mailing list below.
If you need more certainty then we recommend you go to Step 1 or Step 3.
Choice 3: Next Step
The Healthy Back Class Level that is most likely the best place for you to start is determined by your score on the Oswestry Disability Index.
If you scored under 14 on the self-assessment quiz, we think that the Intermediate Level classes may be the correct level for you to start. If you are at all in doubt, start at the Basic Level and you can always ask us to move you up to the Intermediate Level classes later. The Intermediate is coming soon. Be the first to know by adding your name to the mailing list below.
If you scored between 14 and 24 on the self-assessment quiz, Oswestry Disability Index, we think that the Basic Level is the correct level for you to start. Click here to register:
Basic Level: Healthy Back Program
If you scored 25 or higher we recommend you do NOT start the program until you speak to your treating professional or do more work to prepare for the classes.
If you need more certainty then we recommend you go to Step 1 or Step 2.
You should now have the information you need to enroll in the Healthy Back program. If you ever feel you registered at the wrong level or need to put the program on hold, please contact us at [email protected].
If everything feels good then wait for your exercise technique videos and your class session to arrive in the next few days. We hope you enjoy these exercises while getting stronger and more resilient as you achieve your best Healthy Back!
Remember if you have pain or more questions — reach out to your treating therapist at [email protected] or 416-925-4687
Intermediate Level — Coming soon!
Add your email to know when the Intermediate Level of the Healthy Back Program is released.