- Paperback: 233 pages
- Publisher: Henry Holt & Company Inc; 2nd Revised edition edition (May 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0805061150
- ISBN-13: 978-0805061154
- Product Dimensions: 20.6 x 14 x 2.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 680,051 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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With Dr. McIlwain's seven-step program, fibromyalgia sufferers will learn how to manage or even reverse this disease through breakthrough traditional and alternative treatments that will change the way they feel. Line drawings.
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The Fibromyalgia Handbook is practical and comprehensive.
As coauthor of The Fibromyalgia Handbook, I have seen first-hand what this arthritis-like syndrome can do to family and friends. Yet I have also seen the results of Dr. McIlwain's 7-STEP TREATMENT PROGRAM. It really works to diminish painful symptoms and helps you to regain strength, end fatigue, feel more positive and, in short, reclaim the healthy life you once enjoyed. Like any form of treatment, this program must be followed daily in order to experience the touted results. But many patients, as shared in this book, have seen great success and have gone from exhaustion and constant muscle pain to lead active, productive lives. If you have fibromyalgia and have tried other treatment plans, we understand your hesitancy to try "one more program." But! We also encourage you to NOT GIVE UP until you give this plan a try. It may be the one that brings hope and a greater quality of life for you and your loved ones. Best! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
As coauthor of The Fibromyalgia Handbook, I have seen first-hand what this arthritis-like syndrome can do to family and friends. Yet I have also seen the results of Dr. McIlwain's 7-STEP TREATMENT PROGRAM. It really works to diminish painful symptoms and helps you to regain strength, end fatigue, feel more positive and, in short, reclaim the healthy life you once enjoyed. Like any form of treatment, this program must be followed daily in order to experience the touted results. But many patients, as shared in this book, have seen great success and have gone from exhaustion and constant muscle pain to lead active, productive lives. If you have fibromyalgia and have tried other treatment plans, we understand your hesitancy to try "one more program." But! We also encourage you to NOT GIVE UP until you give this plan a try. It may be the one that brings hope and a greater quality of life for you and your loved ones. Best! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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45 of 45 people found the following review helpful
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This has proved to be one of the most useful and informative books I have read on fibromyalgia. It contains an enormous amount of information which is presented in a form which is easy to read and understand. The ‘7-step program’ is an excellent way of offering all the options of possible help for this very misunderstood condition. There are no easy cures for FM, but this provides plenty of ammunition to find ways of controlling the symptoms to give a better quality of life. Lots of mini case studies are provided. This is brilliant as it helps the patient realise that they are not alone – that they are not going mad – there are thousands more people suffering from similar problems and unending pain, and that hopefully after reading the book and putting at least some of the advice into practice, help is at hand. Definitely the best book I have read on the subject.
30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
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I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia four years ago and until reading this book had felt that all the symptoms were a possible figment of my imagination. Finally I now know that there are others out there suffering in the same way and that I can do much to improve my situation. Feeling empowered has already given me a real boost. This book answers many of my questions, ones which I never bothered my Doctor with, for fear of being branded a "Hypochondriac". I am so impressed that I am going to recommend it to my G.P.. If you order this book I'm sure you will find inspiration and face your illness with renewed vigour.
28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
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Best book out there on fibromyalgia. I've had FMS for seven years and NOTHING--has worked. I read this book three weeks ago--and the 7-step plan REALLY WORKS. If your chronic muscle pain and sleeplessness is affected by daily stressors--grab this book and do what it says. Also try the medications it recommends, including the new Super Aspirins (Celebrex)--which END muscle pain. The exercises also help to keep muscles flexible and ends that "knotted" feeling. BUY THIS BOOK! It will change the way you live with FMS.
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The Fibromyalgia Handbook
I found this to be an informative book albeit a rather laborious read. The 7 step programme may work for some people but it doesn't seem to be the best remedy for FM that I have... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Annie Wright
Not too bad, but seems to tell fibromyalgia sufferers what most...
To the new sufferer, this book will be very interesting, with a lot of good ideas and a lot of common sense. Read more
Published 2 months ago by fabio20
Dont buy this book
There is only one idea in this book that is not freely available on the internet, and that is the use of moist heat (shower, bath, sauna, jacuzzi etc.) twice daily. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ms. E. O'brien
Fibromyalgia Handbook
Buy it.!! Fibromyalgia is a quite dreadful condition which is very much misunderstood. The treatments can vary considerably leaving the sufferer confused and feeling nothing can... Read more
Published 11 months ago by CJ
Fibromyalgia Handbook
I bought this book for my friend who has been in excruciating pain with her Fibromyalgia. We cannot recommend it enough. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Miss Lees
The Fibromyalgia Handbook
This handbook is very informative and well written. I bought it for my Mom and she has been very happy with it. I would recommend this book.
Published 19 months ago by Michi7
Super answer book on fibromyalgia that is NOT hyped
I use this book with all my patients because it is scientifically substantiated--and NOT hype like the rest of the trade books I've read. Read more
Published on 12 April 1999
Excellent medical reporting about a horrible illness
I read this book twice after being diagnosed with fibromyalgia. At first the "cure" seemed so easy--take medications for sleep, exercise and moist heat to decrease pain,... Read more
Published on 28 Feb 1999
Excellent medical resource!
I have fibromyalgia and suffer with the fatigue and muscle pains--at least I did suffer. Since starting the exercises in this book, I'm improved greatly. Read more
Published on 3 Sep 1998
NOW I KNOW I'M NOT CRAZY!
Finally, a full explanation of this mysterious disease that has robbed me of sleep and activity for 10 years. Read more
Published on 1 Aug 1998
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