Musculoskeletal health support resource

Helping the prevention, intervention, and management of musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and conditions are among the top five health conditions that drive costs for employers. Employers need to consider thoughtful intervention and to make a concerted effort to inform, inspire and support people towards making healthier choices.

This page also includes the tools and resources available to Aetna International members – providing support no matter what your health and wellness circumstances and whether you would prefer self-help or professional services.

At Aetna International, we’re committed to helping people on their path to better heath. Together, we can make a difference in addressing pervasive musculoskeletal issues.

The importance of muscle strength to MSK health and our holistic well-being

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How your muscles affect your overall health

Straighten up for better health

Build your core to build your health

Protect yourself from low back pain

Build a back-friendly daily routine

Use mindfulness to address your pain

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Confidential employee assistance: your on-demand support for work-life challenges

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Professional services: One-nurse-one-member support

One-on-one telephone-based care between you and a care management clinician to help you address any chronic and acute health conditions. Confidential, comprehensive care between you and a nurse, built right into your benefits plan.

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Professional services: Convenient access to primary care with vHealth

With virtual care comes the ability to consult with a doctor from anywhere in the world, providing individuals and families with convenient access to quality health care. Available to eligible members.

Learn more about vHealth, our virtual care app

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Self-help: Kaia — Exercises for neck or back pain

If you struggle with back or neck pain, the Kaia app may be just what you need. Curated by leading pain treatment experts and customised to your specific needs, the Kaia app can show you how to correctly perform therapeutic exercises known to provide pain relief.

Find out more about Kaia here or log in to your member website

Self-help: myStength — Depression and pain management

myStrength is a highly interactive, personalised online tools help empower you to address depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, chronic pain and sleep challenges.

Find out more about myStrength here or log in to your member website

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Self-help: Behavioural and lifestyle changes

Life Coaching -- Personal growth, positive change, improved performance at work — these are just a few of the reasons to check out our Life Coaching programme, a particularly useful resources when in a foreign environment.

Find out more about Life Coaching by logging in to your member website

Self-help: ClassPass — Building muscle strength and overall fitness

ClassPass -- Committing to a gym, fitness centre or studio can be hard. With ClassPass you can work out at any gym, try any workout and do it all with one app. Cycling, strength training, yoga — try them all! Choose any class, anywhere, with one flexible membership.

Find out more about ClassPass here or log in to your member website

For more information on international health care for you and your family, contact one of our expert sales consultants.

Are you an employer with international employees? Find out more about how we can support your teams with our range of benefits, including international private medical insurance (iPMI).

* Aetna International's employee assistance services are standard to Aetna Summit plans 2500, 4000, 5000 and 5000+. Programme delivery methods may vary by plan or region. Please contact your account manager or plan sponsor for more information. For members with other plans, such as Aetna Pioneer, assistance services are available as optional buy up benefits.

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Aetna International's employee assistance services are standard to Aetna Summit plans 2500, 4000, 5000 and 5000+. Program delivery methods may vary by plan or region. Please contact your account manager or plan sponsor for more information. For members with other plans, such as Aetna Pioneer, assistance services are available as optional buy up benefits.

vHealth by Aetna is currently available to eligible members in a number of countries around the world including India, Asia Pacific, UAE and UK.

Muscle matters support resources