Weight Loss

Introduction
Nearly 65% of Americans today are overweight and 31% are considered obese. The percentages in our patient population are even higher and their weight is often a contributing factor and sometimes a primary cause of their back pain, plantar fasciitis, knee pain or arthritis. Thus it is also often a limiting factor in their recovery. It is often a difficult subject to talk about and offering the wisdom of “you really need to lose some weight” without a solid game plan often rings very hollow. Often MD’s and other healthcare practitioners don’t want to deal with this problem because it can be very difficult. We are proposing a solution to this problem with a tested and true weight management and lifestyle system to help our patients and others who are willing to make a commitment to help themselves.

The Transitions Lifestyle System, developed by Dr Shari Lieberman, presented by Karen Neff, OTR, is not a diet but rather a lifestyle that provides a real solution for long-lasting weight management. It is based on a low GI (glycemic index) eating plan, stress reduction, exercise and appropriate supplementation.

The Program
We will offer a 12-week program designed to make the individual independent in their weight management. A follow up 6-week course could be offered in the future so those interested may continue to attend meetings or use the journal for support indefinitely as they feel the need. Participants will attend weekly meetings where they will receive education on a variety of topics including, Why Can’t I Lose Weight, The Misleading Label, Good Fats, Bad Fats and more via DVD and discussion. They will each also receive a 30 day journal that gives sample meal plans, low GI foods lists, exercise tips, daily affirmations, stress reduction techniques and the journal for tracking what they eat and other helpful information. Please contact Karen Neff, OTR at 608.742.9356 for more information.