Some of our community members definitley do get pain with their CKD, as you can see here: https://chronic-kidney-disease.net/forums/do-you-have-lower-back-pain-w-kidney-disease As for what it means, unfortunately, that is something that only your physician can figure out! I know that isn't the answer you were probably looking for, but it's just the best way to know for sure! Let us know what they say and remember - you are not alone! Keep on keepin' on, DPM