Back Care Basics
Published on 6. April 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-0-600-61811-9 (ISBN)
Description
Back pain is most common between the ages of 35 and 55 and is a major cause of sickness absence from work. However with the help of this book - and in as little as two weeks - you can improve your posture, strengthen your muscles and relieve discomfort. In this essential guide Stella Weller explains the different types of back pain and their causes and how to treat and manage acute and persistent back pain safely. Plan a programme that is right for you with a series of simple but effective step-by-step exercises based on Pilates, yoga and Alexander Technique, and learn the best ways to bend and lift. Also included are top tips for the home, office and travelling and answers to common queries and concerns.
Back pain is most common between the ages of 35 and 55 and is a major cause of sickness absence from work. However with the help of this book - and in as little as two weeks - you can improve your posture, strengthen your muscles and relieve discomfort. In this essential guide Stella Weller explains the different types of back pain and their causes and how to treat and manage acute and persistent back pain safely. Plan a programme that is right for you with a series of simple but effective step-by-step exercises based on Pilates, yoga and Alexander Technique, and learn the best ways to bend and lift. Also included are top tips for the home, office and travelling and answers to common queries and concerns.
Back pain is most common between the ages of 35 and 55 and is a major cause of sickness absence from work. However with the help of this book - and in as little as two weeks - you can improve your posture, strengthen your muscles and relieve discomfort. In this essential guide Stella Weller explains the different types of back pain and their causes and how to treat and manage acute and persistent back pain safely. Plan a programme that is right for you with a series of simple but effective step-by-step exercises based on Pilates, yoga and Alexander Technique, and learn the best ways to bend and lift. Also included are top tips for the home, office and travelling and answers to common queries and concerns.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Octopus Publishing Group
Dimensions
Height: 211 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
278 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-600-61811-9 (9780600618119)
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Person
Stella Weller is a State Registered Nurse with a particular interest in pain and stress management. She has taught yoga and relaxation techniques to students of all ages and is the author of a number of highly rated health, exercise and yoga books.
Stella Weller is a State Registered Nurse with a particular interest in pain and stress management. She has taught yoga and relaxation techniques to students of all ages and is the author of a number of highly rated health, exercise and yoga books.
Stella Weller is a State Registered Nurse with a particular interest in pain and stress management. She has taught yoga and relaxation techniques to students of all ages and is the author of a number of highly rated health, exercise and yoga books.
Content
Introduction; Understanding your spine; Managing back pain; Prevention is better than cure; Exercises for a better back; Back programmes; Questions and answers; Index