Back Pain Remedies For Dummies

by Michael S. Sinel, William W. Deardorff

"This book may be more helpful than a dozen ‘back specialists’ — and it won't keep you waiting!" — Theodore Goldstein, M.D., F.A.C.S. "In a clear and concise manner, this book distills the essential information needed to understand back pain basics and treatment alternatives." — John L. Reeves II, Ph.D., past president of The American Pain Society "[This book] is the simplest, most easy-to-understand back pain book on the market today, bar none." — Allan F. Chino, Ph.D., ABPP and Corinne D. Davis, M.D.

Includes Back Pain Relief Tear-Out Card

Take Charge of Your Back's Health! Finally, relief is at hand! Back Pain Remedies For Dummies® will show you how to soothe and heal your aching back. Taking a holistic approach to back pain prevention and treatment, this comprehensive guide explores the full range of therapeutic options — from conventional medicine to popular alternative treatments. Banish Your Back Problems

Relieve pain now and prevent future injuries Compare traditional medicine to alternative practices and determine what's best for you Evaluate the most popular alternative therapies, including bodywork, acupuncture, yoga, and stress management Understand the pros and cons of back surgery and how to avoid it Find the right practitioner for your individual needs Pamper your back at home, at work, and in the car with proven tips on posture, ergonomics, and exercise Return to work, sports, and sex with smart tools to manage back pain

Author Biography: About the Authors Michael S. Sinel, M.D., is a nationally renowned back pain expert. Anassistant clinical professor at UCLA Medical Center, he is Board Certified in both Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Management. As attending physician for the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center and California Orthopedic and Rehabilitation (COR) in Beverly Hills, California, he is involved in clinical research of spinal disorders and specializes in nonsurgical approaches to back problems. Dr. Sinel has made numerous national radio and television appearances, and has been quoted in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and Reader's Digest. William W. Deardorff, Ph.D., is a Board Certified clinical health psychologist, a Fellow of the American Psychological Association, and an assistant clinical professor at the UCLA School of Medicine. He has published over three dozen scientific articles, numerous book chapters, and five books. His patient guidebook, Preparing for Surgery: A Mind-Body Approach to Enhance Healing and Recovery, won the Small Press Book Award in Health in 1998. He is in practice at California Orthopedic and Rehabilitation (COR) in Beverly Hills, California.

532 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 25, 1999

Reviews

[Kate · Rating 4 out of 5]

"'Oh, my aching back.' If you've ever uttered those words, then this book is for you. Written by two back pain experts, it demystified today's treatment options -- and leads you step-by-step from diagnosis to recovery. You'll get the lowdown on surgery, discover promising alternative therapies ... and find out hos to start feeling better."
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This book was amazing! I've struggled with back pain since I fell in 1970, and I thought I knew everything there was to know about back pain & how to deal with it. Imagine my surprise when I learned several new things -- things that I can do at home to heal my back. And at a very appropriate time too, during the COVID-19 isolation period when the gym is closed and I can't go do water aerobics.

[Mary-ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is a really long book much like the other "dummie" books, which is renown for explaining the details of their topics explicitly. I think the book could have been more focused on specific areas of the back. It is a really great resource for managing back pain, and it really did help me learn different aspects of dealing with my back issues. I learned quite a few useful exercises and stretches which made this book amazing - I was able to heal my back faster and get back to living.

[Gypsy Rose · Rating 2 out of 5]

Very informative but lacks in areas that are important. Like spinal infections. Don't get me wrong, it was "good" but in my opinion it's not that great