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8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back : Natural Posture Solutions for Pain in the Back, Neck, Shoulder, Hip, Knee, and Foot by Esther Gokhale (2008, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPendo Press
ISBN-100979303605
ISBN-139780979303609
eBay Product ID (ePID)63856295
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Book Title8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back : Natural Posture Solutions for Pain in the Back, Neck, Shoulder, Hip, Knee, and Foot
Number of Pages244 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicAlternative Therapies, Pain Management, Life Sciences / Human Anatomy & Physiology
Publication Year2008
IllustratorYes
GenreHealth & Fitness, Science
AuthorEsther Gokhale
FormatTrade Paperback
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Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight36.1 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.5 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"The most lucid account I have read of how the human spine works, with handy lessons in how to stand, sit, walk, and sleep free of back pain." -J. M. Coetzee, Nobel Prize-winner in Literature, "An extraordinary application of ancient wisdom to solve modern back problems." -Luca Cavalli-Sforza, professor emeritus of genetics, School of Medicine, Stanford University; author, The History and Geography of Human Genes, "This is not only a stimulating self-help guide for relief of back pain through healthy posture, but also a work of art that celebrates the grace and poetry of the human body." -David Werner, author,Where There Is No Doctor, ""8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back" is the best back pain book on the market. I had significant problems with low back pain and sciatica for more than two decades before Esther Gokhale was able to help me. If I had found her earlier, it could have saved me a great deal of pain and grief." -Paul R. Ehrlich, author, "Human Natures" and "Population Bomb", "Esther Gokhale helped me resolve a five-year injury after nothing else had worked. Her work is unique and thorough." -Patti Sue Plumer, three-time Olympian, 1992 World Record holder for 1500m and 500m run, "8 Steps to a Pain-Free Backis the best back pain book on the market. I had significant problems with low back pain and sciatica for more than two decades before Esther Gokhale was able to help me. If I had found her earlier, it could have saved me a great deal of pain and grief." -Paul R. Ehrlich, author,Human NaturesandPopulation Bomb, " 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back is the best back pain book on the market. I had significant problems with low back pain and sciatica for more than two decades before Esther Gokhale was able to help me. If I had found her earlier, it could have saved me a great deal of pain and grief." -Paul R. Ehrlich, author, Human Natures and Population Bomb, "This book . . . will eventually be recognized by the medical community as the greatest contribution ever made to nonsurgical back treatment in this country." -Helen Barkan, MD, PhD, neurology, Mayo Clinic, " 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back is the best back pain book on the market. I had significant problems with low back pain and sciatica for more than two decades before Esther Gokhale was able to help me. If I had found her earlier, it could have saved me a great deal of pain and grief." --Paul R. Ehrlich, author, Human Natures and Population Bomb, "This is not only a stimulating self-help guide for relief of back pain through healthy posture, but also a work of art that celebrates the grace and poetry of the human body." —David Werner, author, Where There Is No Doctor, "The most lucid account I have read of how the human spine works, with handy lessons in how to stand, sit, walk, and sleep free of back pain." -J. M. Coetzee, Nobel Prizewinner in Literature, "The most lucid account I have read of how the human spine works, with handy lessons in how to stand, sit, walk, and sleep free of back pain." —J. M. Coetzee, Nobel Prize–winner in Literature, "Esther Gokhale helped me resolve a five-year injury after nothing else had worked. Her work is unique and thorough." —Patti Sue Plumer, three-time Olympian, 1992 World Record holder for 1500m and 500m run, "A great book for someone who is serious about achieving a pain-free back and willing to work to reach that goal." -American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, "Esther Gokhale helped me resolve a five-year injury after nothing else had worked. Her work is unique and thorough." --Patti Sue Plumer, three-time Olympian, 1992 World Record holder for 1500m and 500m run, "This is not only a stimulating self-help guide for relief of back pain through healthy posture, but also a work of art that celebrates the grace and poetry of the human body." --David Werner, author, Where There Is No Doctor, "A great book for someone who is serious about achieving a pain-free back and willing to work to reach that goal." —American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, "This book . . . will eventually be recognized by the medical community as the greatest contribution ever made to nonsurgical back treatment in this country." --Helen Barkan, MD, PhD, neurology, Mayo Clinic, "The most lucid account I have read of how the human spine works, with handy lessons in how to stand, sit, walk, and sleep free of back pain." --J. M. Coetzee, Nobel Prize-winner in Literature, "An extraordinary application of ancient wisdom to solve modern back problems." -Luca Cavalli-Sforza, professor emeritus of genetics, School of Medicine, Stanford University; author, "The History and Geography of Human Genes", "This is not only a stimulating self-help guide for relief of back pain through healthy posture, but also a work of art that celebrates the grace and poetry of the human body." -David Werner, author, "Where There Is No Doctor", "This book . . . will eventually be recognized by the medical community as the greatest contribution ever made to nonsurgical back treatment in this country." —Helen Barkan, MD, PhD, neurology, Mayo Clinic, "This is not only a stimulating self-help guide for relief of back pain through healthy posture, but also a work of art that celebrates the grace and poetry of the human body." -David Werner, author, Where There Is No Doctor, "Every year, tens of thousands of patients undergo major back surgery without any benefits. By using Esther Gokhale's novel techniques, many of these patients can avoid such needless and expensive medical procedures, and quickly return to a pain free life." -John R. Adler, MD, neurosurgery, Stanford University Medical Clinic, "Esther's technique for treating chronic back pain is totally unique and her research really backs it up. This is a great tool for all of us." -Billie Jean King, winner of 20 Wimbledon titles, "Esther's technique for treating chronic back pain is totally unique and her research really backs it up. This is a great tool for all of us." —Billie Jean King, winner of 20 Wimbledon titles, "A great book for someone who is serious about achieving a pain-free back and willing to work to reach that goal." --American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, " 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back is the best back pain book on the market. I had significant problems with low back pain and sciatica for more than two decades before Esther Gokhale was able to help me. If I had found her earlier, it could have saved me a great deal of pain and grief." —Paul R. Ehrlich, author, Human Natures and Population Bomb, "Esther Gokhale helped me resolve a five-year injury after nothing else had worked. Her work is unique and thorough." -Patti Sue Plumer, three-time Olympian, 1992 World Record holder for 1500m and 500m run, "Esther's technique for treating chronic back pain is totally unique and her research really backs it up. This is a great tool for all of us." --Billie Jean King, winner of 20 Wimbledon titles, "Every year, tens of thousands of patients undergo major back surgery without any benefits. By using Esther Gokhale's novel techniques, many of these patients can avoid such needless and expensive medical procedures, and quickly return to a pain free life." --John R. Adler, MD, neurosurgery, Stanford University Medical Clinic, "Esther's technique for treating chronic back pain is totally unique and her research really backs it up. This is a great tool for all of us." -Billie Jean King, winner of 20 Wimbledon titles, "Every year, tens of thousands of patients undergo major back surgery without any benefits. By using Esther Gokhale's novel techniques, many of these patients can avoid such needless and expensive medical procedures, and quickly return to a pain free life." -John R. Adler, MD, neurosurgery, Stanford University Medical Clinic, "Every year, tens of thousands of patients undergo major back surgery without any benefits. By using Esther Gokhale's novel techniques, many of these patients can avoid such needless and expensive medical procedures, and quickly return to a pain free life." —John R. Adler, MD, neurosurgery, Stanford University Medical Clinic
Dewey Decimal617.56406
SynopsisWith a fresh approach to a common problem, this self-help guide to overcoming back pain advocates adopting the natural, healthy posture of athletes, young children, and people from traditional societies the world over. Arguing that most of what our culture has taught us about posture is misguided-even unhealthy-and exploring the current epidemic of back pain, many of the commonly cited reasons for the degeneration of spinal discs and the stress on muscles that leads to back pain are examined and debunked. The historical and anthropological roots of poor posture in Western cultures are studied as is the absence of back pain complaints in the cultures of Africa, Asia, South America, and rural Europe. Eight detailed chapters provide illustrated step-by-step instructions for making simple, powerful changes to seated, standing, and sleeping positions. No special equipment or exercise is required, and effects are often immediate., With a fresh approach to a common problem, this self-help guide to overcoming back pain advocates adopting the natural, healthy posture of athletes, young children, and people from traditional societies the world over. Arguing that most of what our culture has taught us about posture is misguided--even unhealthy--and exploring the current epidemic of back pain, many of the commonly cited reasons for the degeneration of spinal discs and the stress on muscles that leads to back pain are examined and debunked. The historical and anthropological roots of poor posture in Western cultures are studied as is the absence of back pain complaints in the cultures of Africa, Asia, South America, and rural Europe. Eight detailed chapters provide illustrated step-by-step instructions for making simple, powerful changes to seated, standing, and sleeping positions. No special equipment or exercise is required, and effects are often immediate.
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- 04 Jan, 2017
Common Sense natural back pain remedy
Just reading the front and back page give a good idea of what really should be recommended for all back, shoulder and neck pain suffers ! I am about half way through the book, and have already noticed marked relief from my ongoing Sciatica pain starting back in May, from picking up something heavy and twisting at the same time. She discusses how North American culture in the last 100 years has gotten to the point of unlearning proper posture, and now suffers because of poor posture in general and her book discusses this in length and how to relearn and get back to good health. The one big thing I've learned so far from the book, is to back off on yoga and stretches and let the injury heal, I think all the yoga and stretches continued to inflame my injury. I also based on suggestions in the book, got rid of my Pillow top mattress, and bought a nice firm futon, like she suggests, not too firm, and not too soft, the one I got is just right, and really seems to be helping after only three days of using. I pray for continued healing and will be reading the entire book and trying to incorporate her suggestions on heathly posture and stretches. This Sciatica pain is horrible and the most pain I've ever endured in my life, I can't wait till it goes away forever! Highly recommend this book to all suffers, and health care providers, PTs, Chiropracters and othes that really care about helping people, instead of just collecting fees from their patients.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 08 Sep, 2022
Stetchsit: Gokhale Method
This is a fine book with instructive pictures and diagrams. Helpful videos (PBS) and other theraputic aids ( eBay) are available, but not included. This book suggests real help for chronic lower back and leg pain.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 30 Dec, 2016
Best in Class
I've lived with a bad back for 50 years. Discs were damaged in a rock climbing fall back when I was 16. Esther's method is great, excellent background of postures in antiquity and current cultures where physical labor is the norm. I've lived in developing countries most of my life and often wondered at the better posture of the folks I have worked with compared to back at home in the US. For a variety of reasons the US and other developed nations have neglected good posture and Esther puts us back on track. Extremely helpful are her chapters on how to sit correctly (seems like everyone should know, but clearly they do not) and on stretch positions while sleeping. Esther's approach and solutions are simple, clear, and very helpful. Like Huxley said when he read Darwin's exposition of Natural Selection: how simple, why didn't I think of that!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 03 Nov, 2020
very much helped my back pain
this method has proven very successful for teaching me how to stop my back pain. i high;y recommend it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 07 Sep, 2021
good title- tells what to expect in the book..
book in new condition- easy reading.. very satisfied..Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 13 Jul, 2021
Dulls My Spinal Stenosis
I have lumbar stenosis which can result in severe pain. Following guidelines in this book keeps me from hurting. I had a copy of this book before but gave it to my daughter because she was having back pain.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Jun, 2019
Fixing the old me into a new me
Looking for ways to me from injuries and some I didn’t cause and they pop up ...on first part and straighting up my spine and tips take pressure off I didn’t think of..Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 31 Dec, 2017
Arrived Quickly
Mostly a long winded book about proper posture with a lot of nice illustrations.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 31 Aug, 2021
Back Pain Book
Great book, teaching you how to have a pain free back.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Feb, 2021
Recommend it
Great book with lots of ilustrations that can help pain in your back.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
