How to Stop the Pain
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  • Practical, Biblical, Transforming
  • Highly recommend
  • Excellent Resource
  • A book for those who are serious about changing their lives
  • A simple yet profound message...GOD IS LOVE
How to Stop the Pain
James B. Richards
Manufacturer: Whitaker House
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0883687224

Book Description

We all experience pain! Every day millions of people live in a world of heartache. We're forced to smile and pretend that everything is all right. You've been wounded, and you just can't seem to heal. You try to get on with your life, but you just can't move on. You forgive, but you can't forget! Every day exhumes the pain you try to bury. It cripples your relationships with people, God, and life itself. It destroys your ability to pursue your dreams.

This paradigm-shattering book will free you from the forces that would turn you into a victim. It will lead you step-by-step through a simple process that will free you from the pain of the past and protect you from the pain of the future.

Highlighted Contents:
* Break the secret link to the pain of the past
* Identify the number one source of suffering
* Never be hurt by another insult
* Learn the only biblical way to prevent pain
* Free yourself from the need to judge others
* Experience freedom from critcism

Discover the emotional freedom that everyone wants but few experience!

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We all experience pain! Every day millions of people live in a world of heartache. We're forced to smile and pretend that everything is all right. You've been wounded, and you just can't seem to heal. You try to get on with your life, but you just can't move on. You forgive, but you can't forget! Every day exhumes the pain you try to bury. It cripples your relationships with people, God, and life itself. It destroys your ability to pursue your dreams. This paradigm-shattering book will free you from the forces that would turn you into a victim. It will lead you step-by-step through a simple process that will free you from the pain of the past and protect you from the pain of the future. -Break the secret link to the pain of the past -Identify the number one source of suffering -Never be hurt by another insult -Learn the only biblical way to prevent pain -Free yourself from the need to judge others -Experience freedom from criticism

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Practical, Biblical, Transforming.......2007-08-26

Pastor Richards' messages always go beyond "what does the Bible mean?" to "what does the Bible mean for my life today?" This is why his teachings are so practical, embracing the whole man--the body, mind and spirit. His mission is to change the way the world sees God, and he has done that for me. God is no longer a taskmaster that can not be pleased; I now see that God completely delights in me and this confidence in the love of God is revolutionary. I highly recommend any of Dr. Richard's books, along with his Heart Physics 30 day meditation program. I have met him in person, and he is very real and genuine and imperfect! It is very refreshing.

5 out of 5 stars Highly recommend.......2007-07-05

This book is great. If everyone dealt with people as this book suggests it would be quite a different world. We can do it one person at a time!

5 out of 5 stars Excellent Resource .......2007-01-06

Most people have no idea of how many judgements they have made over their life time that keep them in bondage. This book will expose the way you think and the significance you placed on actions of other people that really were not about you in the first place. This book is excellent material for a small group book study.

5 out of 5 stars A book for those who are serious about changing their lives.......2006-05-21

Every time I read one of James Richards books (I've read five) I declare it to be the "most amazing" Christian teaching book Ive ever read!

How To Stop The Pain truly delivers a 'most amazing' biblical view on a difficult, rarely embraced (personally embraced) subject. I have underlining on nearly every page!

This is NOT one of those "C'mon solider, pull your self up by the boot straps, suck it up, stuff it down and "act" like a good Christian" books! At no point will you feel condemned, instead you will feel motivated and greatly encouraged to truly release the source of the pain in your life.

Imagine what life would be like if you never got your feelings hurt, got offended, felt inadequate or judged again.......
Joy,
Peace,
FREEDOM.

If you really what to break out of some paradigms, this is the read for you.

Get ready to enjoy many many "ah-ha" revelations.

"It IS for freedom that Christ set us free"

(Check out James Richards "Heart Physics" 30 day program for a more indepth launch into the life Christ died to give you.)

5 out of 5 stars A simple yet profound message...GOD IS LOVE.......2003-07-11

When I started reading the book I was skeptical but I decided not to 'judge' it until I had read it all. There were two or three translation quotations that I took exception to, however, I remember something my father taught me growing up on the farm.

We would buy flour in 25 pound cloth bags. When we opened the bag, we would many times find weevils (smal bugs or worms) or small rocks in the floor. The first time I saw this, I told my father the flour was ruined and that we would have to throw it away. Dad said, "No, we will just pour it into a floor sieve and let the good flour fall through into a bowl to be used in cooking; the screen in the sift will catch the bugs and rocks and we will throw THEM away."

What a powerful and wise lesson my father taught me. I don't have to agree with EVERYTHING a person says in order for me to received something from God and be Blessed.

Thank you Dr. Richards. The book came into my life at a point when I really needed it!
What To Do When The Doctor Says It's Rheumatoid Arthritis: Stop Your Pain, Become More Active, and Learn How to Talk to Your Doctors
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  • By far, one of the best!
  • WHAT TO DO WHEN THE DOCTOR SAYS IT RHEUMATIOD ARTHRITIS
What To Do When The Doctor Says It's Rheumatoid Arthritis: Stop Your Pain, Become More Active, and Learn How to Talk to Your Doctors
Winnie Yu , and Harry D. Fischer
Manufacturer: Fair Winds Press
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Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful, incurable connective-tissue disease that attacks the hands, feet, and joints and may lead to deformities and permanent disabilities. This book, written by a doctor and health journalist will offer comprehensive medical advice and lifestyle information for the nearly three million Americans who suffer from this disease.

The book uses mind-body techniques and alternative medicine to cope with the pain and discomfort, including information on:

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars By far, one of the best!.......2005-08-27

This is one of the best books on rheumatoid arthritis that I've seen. I usually scan a few pages to get a feel for how the information is presented, and more times than not, I find it's either over my head, poorly organized, or both. Not the case with this book! There's an absolute wealth of information in this book that's both well-presented and easy to understand. Anyone suffering from this condition or who has relatives with rheumatoid arthritis will find the info in this book to be extremely helpful in not only coping with it, but fighting back to regain an active lifestyle. The authors Yu and Fischer did just a wonderful job with this book!!

5 out of 5 stars WHAT TO DO WHEN THE DOCTOR SAYS IT RHEUMATIOD ARTHRITIS.......2005-07-30

GREAT BOOK VERY HELPFUL WELL WRITTEN
Instant Pain Elimination - How to Stop the Pain You Feel in 2 Minutes or Less
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    Instant Pain Elimination - How to Stop the Pain You Feel in 2 Minutes or Less
    DC, CEM Kam Yuen
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    The Chiropractic Way: How Chiropractic Care Can Stop Your Pain and Help You Regain Your Health Without Drugs or Surgery
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    • What to expect from a chiropractic visit
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    The Chiropractic Way: How Chiropractic Care Can Stop Your Pain and Help You Regain Your Health Without Drugs or Surgery
    Michael Lenarz , and Victoria St. George
    Manufacturer: Bantam
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    ASIN: 0553381598
    Release Date: 2003-04-15

    Book Description

    Chiropractic has become America’s most popular form of alternative health care, offering lasting relief from pain--and many other health benefits--to more than 25 million patients annually. Yet many people still wonder exactly how chiropractic heals, and even experienced patients may be able to get more from their treatments. In this accessible and fascinating book, Dr. Michael Lenarz illuminates the basic principles of spinal health, showing how the body naturally lets go of stored pain and disease once the flow of vital energy has been restored. He also explains:

    *Why adjustments keep the communication flowing clearly, quickly, and cleanly
    *Why the billion-plus nerve pathways carried by the spine can be the key to a wide range of health problems--from arthritis, headaches, and back and neck pain to chronic fatigue and digestive ailments
    *Why many of the health complaints we associate with aging may in fact be the result of old injuries and therefore treatable
    *The different techniques of chiropractic, and how to choose the beset chiropractor for you.

    PLUS--complete chapters on the diet, exercise, and stress-relief programs that will help you achieve a healthy, vibrant, energized, and pain-free lifestyle--the chiropractic way.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars What to expect from a chiropractic visit.......2006-03-10

    This book was very well written and was a great learning tool. I think everyone who is seeking chiropractic care should read this book first in order to gain an understanding of chiropractics and to understand the process of chiropratic care.

    5 out of 5 stars The Straight Scoop........2005-04-12

    In Early 1988 I was rear ended by a Semi Truck. I walked away. By that evening I was in a neck brace and stayed in it 2 weeks.

    I went to the Medical Docs and they X-rayed, they did this and that, they said soft tissue injury to me a hundred times, but acted like they were looking into a glass darkly. They said lets try this and that too, and so we tried some of their favorite therapies and sent me to a Physical therapist too. They really had no clue and it showed.

    At the PT I was doing as I was told, But It still hurt and it was not getting easier... My left arm had lost strength and dexterity despite all the treatment, Worse yet, the PT was not making things better in the real life I was accustomed to living, and I know my story is a lot like other peoples.

    Dr. Lenarz became my Chiropractor. He told me that he felt I could be helped and that I would not have to become a slave to a medical procedure forever. He was very adamant about being Thorough and Accurate. He asked me to try his approach to becoming healthy and so I did. He was right. I got my arm's strength and dexterity back, I don't have problems with pain as I did, and I am not a slave to a medical procedure. No Pills. My Spine was helped back to health and I was too, It all works together.

    I am not saying I am free of Chiropractors, I may need to check in with them a few times a year but we all go to dentists regularly too don't we? It is all part of staying Healthy.

    My only regret in this story is that I moved away from where Dr. Lenarz has his Practice, and didn't persuade him to come along. He is a good, caring Doctor, and one of the straightest shooters you'll meet in any profession. 17 years later, thinking back, in my life he still is. You won't go wrong with his book.

    Buy His Book, Listen to what he has to say. Take what ever action you like. He won't disappoint.

    5 out of 5 stars Dr. Lenarz puts in simple terms.......2004-12-13

    Dr. Lenarz cuts through all the bull and gets to the point of chiropractic. He puts it in terms that anyone can understand and doesn't waste words on the chiropractic system of staying healthy.

    5 out of 5 stars Great, Inspiring, and Accurate.......2003-11-11

    This is the most definitive book I have read on Chiropractic. Very informative and it hits the nail on the head. It explains many popular misconceptions about Chiropractic. I understand how Chiropratic is much more than what you might hear on the street or worse from your medical doctor. It also explains the role of Chiropractors and how they work with medical doctors and their role is different from medicine instead of opposed to it. Great book!

    1 out of 5 stars Open your mind to all therapies and think...........2003-10-03

    I read this to help with pain. As we all know, for "pain go to a chiropracter for help". Well, this got me interested in the scientific evidence to support chiropractic care. The support is not there - basically a faith based treatment for pain, which will work 30% of the time, as good as a sugar pill. There is no scientific evidence to support this book. Nothing helped my pain, so I'll look elsewhere. Sorry I couldn't be positive.
    Your Drug May Be Your Problem: How and Why to Stop Taking Psychiatric Drugs
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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    • go NATURAL -- symptoms or side effects?
    • How about some nuance?
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    • Helpful Information on Psychiatric Drugs
    Your Drug May Be Your Problem: How and Why to Stop Taking Psychiatric Drugs
    Peter R. Breggin , and David Cohen
    Manufacturer: Perseus Books
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    Psychiatric drugs are prescribed to more than 20 million Americans. This book aims to convince us to stop taking these drugs, and to show us how to do it safely. The authors contend that after 15 minutes with a physician or psychiatrist, Americans are prescribed medications that we may take for years or a lifetime, which can do more harm than good. We're irritable, anxious, emotionally numbed, physically fatigued, and mentally dulled. Yet when we stop taking the drugs, we encounter a whole new set of problems and setbacks.

    The book lists the adverse medical reactions you may encounter, plus additional personal, psychological, and philosophical reasons for limiting or rejecting psychiatric drugs. About half the book covers withdrawing from your drug--how to do it carefully and slowly, what to expect, and how to get help--with specifics for certain drugs and a chapter on easing your child off them as well.

    If you suffer from depression or another condition that warrants taking prescription drugs, you might refute the authors' contention that "the degree to which we suffer indicates the degree to which we are alive. When we take drugs to ease our suffering, we stifle our psychological and spiritual life." Certainly it would be lovely if we could "find a way to untangle that twisted energy and to redirect it more creatively," but is this really possible in all cases? The authors blame our dependence on drugs and psychiatry on big pharmaceutical-company bucks, psychiatric organizations, and even government agencies. Certainly we are an overmedicated society--but is the answer to take everyone off drugs? This provocative book says yes, and it's bound to be controversial.

    Of course, do not go off any prescribed medication without working closely with the medical professional who prescribed it, and do not use this book as a substitute for professional help. --Joan Price

    Book Description

    The first book to expose the shortcomings of psychiatric drugs and to guide patients and doctors through the process of withdrawing from them.

    Well over ten million Americans are prescribed a psychiatric medication annually, for symptoms as varied as headache and insomnia to depression and various psychiatric disorders. Unbelievably, many of these drugs have not been formally tested to treat the problems for which they have been prescribed. Scientifically documenting the need for an end to this vicious cycle of inadequate approval, mis-medication, and irresponsible inattention to adverse side effects, Breggin and Cohen advocate compassionate and non-toxic therapies, and offer readers a roadmap for sensible, safe withdrawal from psychiatric drugs.

    Whether the drug is a sleeping pill, tranquilizer, stimulant, antidepressant, mood stabilizer, or antipsychotic, Your Drug May Be Your Problem reveals its documented withdrawal symptoms, demonstrating what many doctors don't know, understand, or consider: withdrawal symptoms often mimic the symptoms for which a person has been medicated in the first place, a fact that frequently prompts doctors to mistakenly re-medicate their patients at even higher doses. Armed with this essential background information, readers will then be able to choose for themselves when and how to withdraw from psychiatric drugs. Groundbreaking and empowering, Your Drug May Be Your Problem offers readers what they have long sought-a medically and psychologically sound program for freeing themselves from psychiatric drugs, emphasizing throughout the importance for patients to keep control over the withdrawal process.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Everyone should read this book.......2007-06-18

    I take issue with Publisher's Weekly for saying the authors are dogmatic. Unfortunately, few people understand what is going on with the drug industry unless they've been caught up in the hell of drug discontinuation themselves.

    Many publications are afraid to speak out against the powerful drug companies. Some of these are supported by drug advertisements.

    Few doctors see what is happening because they are doublebooked, getting their patients in and out. Psychiatrists prescribe drugs all too easily. And many patients who take psych drugs are not supervised by their doctors to check for adverse affects.

    I salute Breggins and Cohen for taking risks to go against the powerful status quo. Because of them, people who have developed an accidental dependence on these drugs have somewhere to turn to figure out what to do.

    I tried the drug Effexor once, and I felt like jumping out the window. My doctor told me to keep taking it for two weeks to see if I adapted. I couldn't get through another day.

    I am also one of many who stumbled upon the drug Klonopin. I took it for a few months only, and it has taken me over two years to discontinue the drug. I'd previously taken tranquilizers with no problem stopping. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I'd get violently ill while tapering off these drugs.

    I have met others in a similar situation who've been diagnosed "bi-polar" because the withdrawal symptoms from these drugs make people appear crazy. Consumers and their doctors need to learn the truth about these drugs. And Your Drug May Be Your Problem tells it like it is.

    After discussing symptoms caused by various psych drugs, the book explains how to taper with the 10 percent method and goes over symptoms of withdrawal. The authors give guidance to help therapists use other tools besides treating their patients with drugs. And finally, there are some great suggestions on how a depressed or anxious person may get back on track.

    Your Drug May Be Your Problem is a courageous book that will enlighten readers who have given control of their minds and bodies to their doctors, drug companies and the FDA.

    5 out of 5 stars go NATURAL -- symptoms or side effects?.......2007-03-31

    "I am sane, intelligent, and self-respecting." Another reviewer wrote these words. Yes! I relate, having been misdiagnosed too. Honestly, we have to diagnose ourselves. If I trace back, I find that my physcial health began to decline when I was 14, and my mental health declined from age 20 on. My story might be different from yours, but my personal responsibility to FOLLOW MY INSTINCTS is very much the same. I have chosen to treat my symptoms naturally with True Hope (google it). I had precious little family support in my decision... until it started working, that is!

    I have suffered tremendously from antidepressant side effects that have come back 7 years after taking my last pill, and often triggered by things like taking vitamins, getting exercise, or losing weight. Here's a simple test anyone can do to find out what side effect is coming from psychiatric drugs: drink a protein shake like weight trainers do. The body eliminates the drugs on the protein in your digestive tract. I have had days that protein every two hours was all that kept me from shaking like a leaf from the drugs releasing into my system. If I hadn't known what was going on I would have thought I was losing my mind. If you're on psych drugs currently it COULD INTERFERE with their function, but after you go off them as described in this book or under the care of a doctor, protein is a life saver.

    I wish every doctor who said "your symptoms are coming back," would have patients drink a protein shake there in the office, wait 15 minutes, and then re-evaluate. Symptoms??? Or SIDE EFFECTS!

    It is worth pointing out that the side effect list for a given drug is often similar to the symptom list -- google your drug name and "side effect" to read up. Side effects like depression, anxiety, headaches, fatigue, digestive problems...)

    Today I'm healthier than I have been since I was in high school. Information is power!

    3 out of 5 stars How about some nuance?.......2007-02-18

    Most reviews of this book are extreme. Either they think Dr. Breggin is a buffoon and shouldn't be allowed to practice medicine, or he is a god whose every word is holy writ. How about a little nuance?

    I believe the pharmaceutical industry is EXTREMELY corrupt, and many doctors overprescribe. But some people make major improvement from drugs.

    Are research studies for psych meds biased? Yes, I think they are. They have a positive bias because Big Pharma sometimes tries to suppress clinical trials that are less than favorable. I absolutely believe this. But some people do seem to benefit from psychiatric medication, especially people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.

    Also, there is a different alternative besides MEDS or NO MEDS. It's possible to be on medication TEMPORARILY, but many people seem keenly unaware of this. Just because your doctor puts you on a psych med doesn't mean you have to take it forever. Some people stay on them for years, but some take them for six months to a year and then go off them, the same way you might take pain medication temporarily after an injury.

    If somebody is taking medication, any kind of medication, I wouldn't suggest going off it or reducing your doseage without guidance from the person who prescribed it. If you don't want to take meds for your emotional distress, you need to mention this to the person treating you.
    Any practitioner worth his or her salt will try to respect your choices.

    5 out of 5 stars very informative.......2007-01-11

    this is an excellent book! clear and direct and very helpful in the study of using medication to treat "mental"/emotional problems. This is a worthy read. written by medical doctors who are up to date on their information. a great book!

    5 out of 5 stars Helpful Information on Psychiatric Drugs.......2006-11-10

    This is a very detailed and well-researched book on the reasons psychiatric drugs can be harmful and the best ways to come off of them safely. The book contains several specific chapters dealing with the effects of certain types of drugs, their affects, and their side-affects. Over all, this is an extremely helpful book for anyone considering or currently on psychiatric drugs.
    10 Simple Solutions to Chronic Pain: How to Stop Pain from Controlling Your Life (10 Simple Solutions)
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Pain no longer controls my life!
    10 Simple Solutions to Chronic Pain: How to Stop Pain from Controlling Your Life (10 Simple Solutions)
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    Get Chronic Pain Under Control

    Have you tried a number of approaches to manage chronic pain without much relief? The discouraging cycle of hope followed by frustration and continued pain can be as damaging to your quality of life as pain itself. To address this problem, the most current approaches to pain management advocate living well despite pain. They encourage pain sufferers to set aside their struggle with pain and learn the skills they need to stay engaged with life. Distilled from the very best of these techniques, this little book offers you ten simple, effective solutions for thriving with chronic pain.

    First, you'll get a quick introduction to the physiology of pain. Then it's down to the business of improving your quality of life: You'll learn tips for getting better sleep, ways to build a strong support system, and techniques for overcoming fear, anxiety, and depression. You'll discover better ways to communicate with doctors about your problems and find out which treatment options are likely to do you the most good. With the advice in this book, you can move from a debilitating cycle of pain to a full and rewarding life.

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    5 out of 5 stars Pain no longer controls my life!.......2007-07-04

    I have suffered from back pain for the past 4 years after being injured in a car accident. I have tried everything from pain meds to acupuncture, even hypnosis. My doctor recommended this book and it really helped. If you follow the advice on a daily basis, you learn to control your pain-it no longer controls you. I'm not letting my back pain interfere with the quality of the rest of my life!
    Outwitting Back Pain: Why Your Lower Back Hurts and How to Make It Stop (Outwitting)
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • Depressing and Pessimistic
    • Super Helpful!
    • Best Back Pan Book EVER!!
    Outwitting Back Pain: Why Your Lower Back Hurts and How to Make It Stop (Outwitting)
    MD, Ellis F. Friedman , and Abbi Perets
    Manufacturer: The Lyons Press
    ProductGroup: Book
    Binding: Paperback

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    Accessories:
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    ASIN: 1592284329

    Book Description

    Lower back problems are the most frequent reason for referral to orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and physicians specializing in occupational medicine. Eighty percent of adults will experience lower back pain during their lifetime. Obviously, there is a great need for an authoritative, friendly voice to discuss and help with lower back pain, and Dr. Ellis Friedman is that voice. In OUTWITTING BACK PAIN, Friedman acts as mentor and friend, in addition to offering sound medical advice to readers. It is written in nontechnical language and offers clear x-ray illustrations to help readers understand the structure and function of the back, how it can be injured, how the problem can be diagnosed, and the methods of treatment.

    With chapters on: .

    The Back: What it is and how it works .
    The key to a successful diagnosis .
    Getting to the heart of your back pain:
    How the back gets hurt and what we do to learn what went wrong .
    How we don't treat the back: What doesn't work--and why .
    How we treat the injured back .
    Back pain during pregnancy and after delivery .
    Our backs as we age .
    Staying out of trouble:
    Preventive maintenance .
    and Glossary, checklists, "What to Ask Your Doctor" worksheets, additional resources (Web sites and additional places patients can turn to for help), and more.

    Customer Reviews:

    2 out of 5 stars Depressing and Pessimistic.......2005-09-09

    I bought this book for inspiration on how to help my lower back/leg pain from a herniated disc. Instead it pretty much told me that I had no chance to improve without surgery and just surrender. It was a pessimistic book. do not get it....seemed outdated as well....pictures of exercises were confusing.

    5 out of 5 stars Super Helpful!.......2005-01-03

    This book is so helpful. The doctor tells you what works - with lists of medicines and home treatments and exercises complete with pictures so you can be sure you're doing it right -- and what DOESN'T work. I tried some of the exercises, and they really work! And he tells you what to expect from your doctor. This is a SUPER HELPFUL book, and if your back has ever hurt, you should read it!

    5 out of 5 stars Best Back Pan Book EVER!!.......2004-09-07

    I have read a lot on back pain, including books that try very hard to convince you that you never need surgery for any kind of back pain problem. Well, this book is a lot more honest. This doctor tells it like it is. Some back problems will only go away if you have surgery. Other problems, you can fix with exericise and sometimes lifestyle changes. I love the drawings for the exercises!! And the x-rays are really helpful, because you can show them to your doctor and ask intelligent questions. GREAT BOOK!!!
    How to Stop the Pain of Arthritis
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      How to Stop the Pain of Arthritis
      Henry B. Rothblatt
      Manufacturer: Lifetime Books
      ProductGroup: Book
      Binding: Paperback

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      ASIN: 0936320230
      Fakes and pains: how to stop worker comp fraud; estimates of fraud-related losses range as high as $5 billion.(compensation): An article from: New Hampshire Business Review
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        Fakes and pains: how to stop worker comp fraud; estimates of fraud-related losses range as high as $5 billion.(compensation): An article from: New Hampshire Business Review
        John Marr
        Manufacturer: Thomson Gale
        ProductGroup: Book
        Binding: Digital

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        ASIN: B000IFPIJK
        Release Date: 2006-09-08

        Book Description

        This digital document is an article from New Hampshire Business Review, published by Thomson Gale on August 4, 2006. The length of the article is 836 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

        Citation Details
        Title: Fakes and pains: how to stop worker comp fraud; estimates of fraud-related losses range as high as $5 billion.(compensation)
        Author: John Marr
        Publication: New Hampshire Business Review (Magazine/Journal)
        Date: August 4, 2006
        Publisher: Thomson Gale
        Volume: 28 Issue: 17 Page: 27(1)

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        Undertreatment of pain and fears of addiction in pediatric chronic pain patients: how do we stop the problem?(analysis of oligoanalgesia or undertreatment ... Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing
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          Undertreatment of pain and fears of addiction in pediatric chronic pain patients: how do we stop the problem?(analysis of oligoanalgesia or undertreatment ... Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing
          Mark P. Popenhagen
          Manufacturer: Thomson Gale
          ProductGroup: Book
          Binding: Digital
          ASIN: B000F8O63O
          Release Date: 2006-03-30

          Book Description

          This digital document is an article from Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing, published by Thomson Gale on January 1, 2006. The length of the article is 4346 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

          Citation Details
          Title: Undertreatment of pain and fears of addiction in pediatric chronic pain patients: how do we stop the problem?(analysis of oligoanalgesia or undertreatment of pain)
          Author: Mark P. Popenhagen
          Publication: Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing (Magazine/Journal)
          Date: January 1, 2006
          Publisher: Thomson Gale
          Volume: 11 Issue: 1 Page: 61(7)

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