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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"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" "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 " 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'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 "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 "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 "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
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Esther Gokhale, LAc, is the founder of the Esther Gokhale Wellness Center, a licensed acupuncturist, and the creator of the Gokhale Method(TM), a revolutionary approach that helps people achieve better health through better structure. Susan Adams is a writer and editor specializing in biotechnology and computer technology.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By J. N. Carter
Format:Paperback
There are so many bad backs, and so many ways of tackling the problem. What marks this book out is that it works! The 8 steps are described in 8 chapters showing simple effective ways to stand, sit, lie down and walk in a back friendly way. Numerous pictures and diagrams make understanding the text easy, and the book a pleasure to read and refer to again and again.
The approach taken is based on observing people in cultures where back pain is virtually unheard of. This results in an approach that might not be exactly the same as you've encountered before, but from personal experience I know how effective it is. If you want to get a flavour of the Gokhale method try looking on youtube for a video of Esther teaching. Give it a go, and if you like it, do buy the book.
The approach taken is based on observing people in cultures where back pain is virtually unheard of. This results in an approach that might not be exactly the same as you've encountered before, but from personal experience I know how effective it is. If you want to get a flavour of the Gokhale method try looking on youtube for a video of Esther teaching. Give it a go, and if you like it, do buy the book.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Every so often a new discovery is made that moves our understanding forward in a particular field.
Having worked with chronic back pain sufferers for a decade as a chiropractic physician, I feel that this is the next leap forward in our understanding of how to resolve these issues naturally, without drugs or surgery.
Esther's book is beautifully laid out and is very clear and logical. The methods described are actually quite simple but surprisingly effective. In the past I had felt that any attempt to alter posture was doomed to failure in the long term, requiring superhuman determination. Not so! I can already see positive changes in my own posture
after only a week of trying out some of these methods. The other wonderful thing is that the Gokhale method hands the power back to the patient, providing them with the keys to resolving their own problems. Very empowering.
Having worked with chronic back pain sufferers for a decade as a chiropractic physician, I feel that this is the next leap forward in our understanding of how to resolve these issues naturally, without drugs or surgery.
Esther's book is beautifully laid out and is very clear and logical. The methods described are actually quite simple but surprisingly effective. In the past I had felt that any attempt to alter posture was doomed to failure in the long term, requiring superhuman determination. Not so! I can already see positive changes in my own posture
after only a week of trying out some of these methods. The other wonderful thing is that the Gokhale method hands the power back to the patient, providing them with the keys to resolving their own problems. Very empowering.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By RMc
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In summary, the author makes a very good case that westerners are prone to back pain largely because our lifestyle teaches us to forget the forward pelvic tilt that keeps the discs of the lower back in correct alignment. Her solutions are simple habits to practise when lying, sitting, standing & walking. Excellent photographs are used throughout to reinforce the mental image of healthy posture. As a corrective therapist I use this book all the time as a reference for clients & heartily recommend it as a great resource.
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waste of time
It was a cut and paste book, stating the blank, blank obvious. There were perhaps two good tips but the help in the book could have been easily printed on a leaflet. Read more
Published 21 days ago by J O'Connor
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I bought this book for my daughter who has had chronic lower back pain for over seven years due to a fall from a trampoline - she was 13 years old at the time. Read more
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Published 1 month ago by Clarke
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Not a quick fix but worth it
I am only on step 2 of the 8 steps but so far I have to say I am really impressed. The steps are easy to follow and work through with the pictures, it just takes a little practice... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Hobday
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Section on walking lets the book down
I found this book by browsing on the US Amazon, and bought it as one of a number of books to resolve an issue with my back. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mr. P. G. Chesters
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Amazing!
This book is a must for anyone with back problems. The Dr. who wrote it has personal experience of back surgery which prompted her to study communities all over the world for whom... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Eleni
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A league of it's own
This book represents a lifestyle change to ensure healthy back and body posture during all your daily activities, and it shows the errors in other books' advice- for example that... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Adam
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Brilliant book!
I highly recommend this book. The importance of good posture and how it can be improved is well described and beautifully illustrated. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Jessie
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Amazing book
She really knows what she's talking about.
I came here to write a review cos I felt like the world has to know about this....seriously. Read more
I came here to write a review cos I felt like the world has to know about this....seriously. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Hasanain
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Outstanding value for money as a book, priceless help for back pain...
This book offers well organized information which allows the reader to build a clear and comprehensive understanding of postural health and how to move closer to it by making... Read more
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