Almost everyone experiences back pain at some point in their lives. Many people suffer far more than they need to and are looking for help. This book offers that help, combining inspiring and comforting Chicken Soup for the Soul stories written just for this book and accessible leading-edge medical advice from noted physical medicine and rehabilitation expert Dr. Julie Silver of Harvard Medical School.
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Dr. Julie Silver is a Harvard Medical School professor and expert in physical medicine and rehabilitation, and chief editor at Harvard Health Publications.
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Information and inspiration for back pain sufferers
July 20 2012
By N. B. Kennedy
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Format:Paperback
This is the kind of book I love -- a book that provides both information and inspiration. This Chicken Soup compilation contains 29 first-person stories from those who have suffered debilitating back pain, interspersed with discussions from Julie Silver, MD, an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School's Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Dr. Silver provides information about the causes and treatments of back pain, along with suggestions for how to prevent problems through adopting habits that are helpful for your back and exercises that can prevent or treat problems as they arise. She discusses the pros and cons of various treatments, such as injections, physical therapy and surgery.
Interspersed with this information are the personal stories from contributors. The stories start out compellingly with one from an Army sergeant who begins to have back trouble when he has to strap on body armor and gear that weighs 60 to 100 pounds. And he weighs only 135 pounds to start with! Some stories show how easily back troubles can start -- one person sneezed while bending over, which was enough to put his back out. Yet another story shows how chronic debilitating conditions such as spondylolisthesis can make life miserable -- but the writer suffering from it goes on to compete in triathlons.
All in all, this is a book that back pain sufferers can really benefit from reading. Personally, I know that sometimes you start to think that nothing can be done about back pain but to endure it. This book shows that you don't need to give up just yet.
Dr. Silver provides information about the causes and treatments of back pain, along with suggestions for how to prevent problems through adopting habits that are helpful for your back and exercises that can prevent or treat problems as they arise. She discusses the pros and cons of various treatments, such as injections, physical therapy and surgery.
Interspersed with this information are the personal stories from contributors. The stories start out compellingly with one from an Army sergeant who begins to have back trouble when he has to strap on body armor and gear that weighs 60 to 100 pounds. And he weighs only 135 pounds to start with! Some stories show how easily back troubles can start -- one person sneezed while bending over, which was enough to put his back out. Yet another story shows how chronic debilitating conditions such as spondylolisthesis can make life miserable -- but the writer suffering from it goes on to compete in triathlons.
All in all, this is a book that back pain sufferers can really benefit from reading. Personally, I know that sometimes you start to think that nothing can be done about back pain but to endure it. This book shows that you don't need to give up just yet.
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Say Goodbye to Back Pain from Chicken Soup for the Soul Hits The Spot
Aug 3 2012
By C. A. Webb
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
I was glad to find this book for a few reasons. My grandmother is often complaining about back pain, and I wanted to share it with her. Before giving it over, however, I wanted to read it myself so I could make some suggestions for her and others that I meet who are also suffering this way. What a resource it is!
Through the stories that were shared I was able to then best pinpoint what might work for not just my grandmother but my brother as well. For some it might be as simple as changing the way they sleep or sit. For others there might be more innovative ways for them to exercise. For those that might require surgery, there are also stories that give you an idea of what might be able to help you in the interim.
Chicken Soup for the Soul has been known for meeting people where they are with their needs, and this book is just another example of them doing just that. It's a welcome addition to any home, because you never know when you might need what it has to offer.
Through the stories that were shared I was able to then best pinpoint what might work for not just my grandmother but my brother as well. For some it might be as simple as changing the way they sleep or sit. For others there might be more innovative ways for them to exercise. For those that might require surgery, there are also stories that give you an idea of what might be able to help you in the interim.
Chicken Soup for the Soul has been known for meeting people where they are with their needs, and this book is just another example of them doing just that. It's a welcome addition to any home, because you never know when you might need what it has to offer.
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A Great Book
Aug 25 2012
By Dad of Divas
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Format:Paperback
This was a great book that brought together some great first hand stories with professional commentary and advice from Dr. Julie Silver. This combination brought forth many ideas for anyone who has been dealing with back pain in any sense. This book brings forth small back pain to debilitating pain and shares first hand experiences of how individuals are dealing with this as well as expert commentary too. It truly was a perfect paining that will provide you with great places to start your own rehabilitation.
While the subject matter of this book is sometimes heavy, you will definitely find inspiration and solace in the experiences that people share and you will also learn and grow from these experiences too. If you want to learn and be inspired, look no further than this book!
While the subject matter of this book is sometimes heavy, you will definitely find inspiration and solace in the experiences that people share and you will also learn and grow from these experiences too. If you want to learn and be inspired, look no further than this book!
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