Your Aching Back: A Doctor's Guide to Relief

By Augustus A. White III

Book Overview

Three out of five adults will experience significant back pain at some point in their lives, making back pain America's number-one ailment.At last, Dr. Augustus White, one of the world's leading specialists in back pain and spine-related problems, has revised and updated his trusted and authoritative manual. This definitive edition ofYour Aching Backoffers the latest findings on back ailments and their treatments, giving information on:* basic back mechanics* the most common reasons for backache and the most likely sufferers* the most current diagnostic techniques* basic back self-care: nonsurgical and preventive techniques; home treatments* surgery: the most up-to-date technology and procedures* postoperative care: recuperative techniques and life-style management* controlling back pain in the elderly, including spinal stenosis and osteoporosis* alleviating back trauma in sports and dance* reducing lower back pain to increase sexual activity and enjoymentThis comprehensive manual also includes a glossary of terms, answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding back pain, and predictions on the future of back care. Over 70 black-and-white line drawings illustrate various back conditions and treatments, completing this indispensable book.Written in a nonintimidating and reassuring tone,Your Aching Backis designed to help you take control of your back condition and getrelief.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0671710001
• ISBN13: 9780671710002
• Release Date: September 1990
• Publisher: Touchstone Books
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

sharon

this book was very helpful to my husband ,who has stenosis of the lower back. Gave him info that hadn't been given to him before. helped him understand pain management better. I also found a section on the type of arthritis I have that was very informative. Glad I bought this book.

Exellant source of information for low back pain sufferers

The information presented is really important for low back pain sufferers. Heightened awareness of body mechanics and an understanding of behavior that is likely to result in serious back injury is a very big deal for most Homo sapiens. I would like to see more self help information and more guidance in physical therapy.