Release Date: January 2008
Page Count: 250
Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/2
Binding: Perfectbound
ISBN: 978-0-7369-2168-8
Case Lot Quantity: 52
Overcoming Back and Neck Pain
A Proven Program for Recovery and Prevention
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One-third of Americans report having had low-back pain in the last 30 days. Ten percent are enduring chronic neck pain right now! Drug prescriptions, endless treatments, and limited lifestyles are just some of the consequences.
Expert physical therapist Lisa Morrone says no to the treadmill of suffering. From nearly 20 years of teaching and practicing physical therapy, she offers a clinically proven approach to overcoming nagging back or neck pain.
Lisa puts in one straightforward, accessible package the most effective exercises, guidelines, and lifestyle adjustments, involving…
- proper posture and core stability
- strengthening and stretching
- healthy movement patterns and ergonomics
- recovery from pain from compressed or ruptured discs
- nutrition, rest, and emotional/spiritual issues
With Lisa’s recommendations, readers will find they can attain substantial or complete freedom from pain—which brings freedom to enjoy work, friends, and family again, and live a fulfilling life serving God and others.
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“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