Overcoming Back and Neck Pain

A Proven Program for Recovery and Prevention

“During my nearly 20 years of treating patients with spinal pain, it became clear to me that almost all back and neck patients have common problems associated with their conditions. Only when these key problem areas are addressed do my patients recover fully and remain pain–free.

“My approach to treatment has been so effective that I am excited to share it with you in this book, which is a do–it–yourself guide to resolving chronic back or neck pain. Topics include pain sources, posture, core stability, muscular strengthening, flexibility, spinal–disc repair, ergonomics, movement patterns, nutrition, rest, and emotional/spiritual issues involved in healing. It’s chock–full of information, illustrations, and photographs that will help you help yourself!”
—Lisa Morrone, PT, author of Overcoming Back and Neck Pain

“Lisa Morrone’s Overcoming Neck and Back Pain stands out from other self–help books in this category. It is, first and foremost, accurate. Additionally, it describes the various spinal conditions in easily understood terms...The treatments Lisa recommends are practical, well described, and well illustrated...An invaluable resource.”
—John Labiak, MD, orthopedist and spinal surgeon

“Overcoming Back and Neck Pain is unique—it enables the nonmedical person to understand and manage their pain, but it is comprehensive enough to be an excellent resource and reference guide for physicians who take of these problems. Well done.”
—Warwick Green, MD, orthopedic surgeon

“I suffered with back pain for several years. I had tried many other treatments, but none were lasting or effective. Through the therapy and teaching of Lisa Morrone, I have been pain–free for over six years. This has greatly improved the quality of my life, both at home and at work. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is suffering with back or neck pain.”
—Dan Compitiello, former back–pain sufferer

“A treasure chest of information, easily understood by all and presented with clarity, wit, and optimism...a truly enjoyable journey from head to toe. A definite re–read!”
—Mary G. Flanagan, RPA, physician assistant, adjunct professor, Touro College PA Program

“This book takes a very practical approach to the key things patients really need to know. So I recommend it to all sufferers from spine problems. It’s also a great adjunct for sharing information in a clinical setting. I appreciate Lisa’s treatment of every person as someone who has not only a body and mind, but a spirit as well.”
—Kent Keyers, MS, PT, OCS, practicing and teaching physical therapist

 
“Overcoming Back and Neck Pain is a fantastic tool for the physical therapist and their patients.  The book is written and illustrated well and can be used by anyone suffering from back or neck pain.  It incorporates daily functional changes and exercise regimes which can facilitate a patient to a pain free lifestyle.”
—Rae Ann Selig, PT, O’Connell, Selig & Associates, LLP

“Teaching concepts such as posture, targeting muscles, healthy movement, and increasing ones natural healing, Overcoming Back and Neck Pain is a top pick for community library health collections and anyone who has tried everything with little result.”
—The Midwest Book Review

"Excellent book, it is tremendously helpful!

“After 20 years of increasing back, neck, knee, and hip pain, I finally found something which helped! Due to surgery for a previously broken leg and eventual back surgery to remove two badly ruptured discs, I had patronized what seemed like a dozen physical therapy offices over the 20 years.

“Not until several years ago when I walked into Kare Therapeutics in Smithtown, New York, did I understand that by comparison, the other offices couldn’t even be spoken of in the same breath. The author of this book, Lisa Morrone, was my therapist. She began by assessing contributing factors to my pain and remarkably began addressing things which had NEVER been mentioned by other PTs.

“It was a revelation when I realized one day that I was pain free for a few hours. I hadn’t had that experience in perhaps 15 years! (I was shocked to learn that even after back surgery, the pain was reduced, but not banished.)

“Only by following her recommendations and exercise program, my pain free hours stretched to days and now years. I purchased her book to use as a blueprint for lifelong maintenance of my now pain–free back. She has included key advice, which I know REALLY does make a difference, and I strongly recommend it!”
—Anne Marie Dolan, Smithtown, NY