The Aging Spine: Disorders of the Lumbar Spine [Paperback]

Martha White (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 29, 2004

In The Aging Spine, White combines the expertise in aquatic and occupational therapy with the latest in scientific data. The result is a well-researched and comprehensive guide in the management of back pain. In a conversational and educational tone, the author employs graphs, illustrations and pictures to walk the individual through a progressive water exercise program.

In outlining various causes of lower-back pain, White gives the reader the tools to get their life back on track. This practical guide is a well-written "must read" for anyone suffering with back pain.

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"Exercise helps prolong life, prevent diabetes, heart disease, and ease the pain of arthritis. Aqua-therapy is my preference for exercise for pain relief from degenerative arthritic changes."

Sandra Sessoms, M.D., Arthritis Institute
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX

"This is a must read for those of us who have experienced back pain and for those of us who want to prevent it."

John D. West, P.T., Owner
Rehab Services, Houston, TX

"Wow! Great presentation of material!"

Megan Vaughn, P.T.
Instructor, IAOM

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Martha White, licensed Occupational Therapist, is a graduate of the University of Texas School of Allied Health in Galveston, Texas, a member of the North American Spine Society, the International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine, and a certified Personal Trainer by the NCSA. Her first book is Water Exercise (Human Kinetics, 1995).

Product Details

• Paperback: 100 pages
• Publisher: iUniverse, Inc. (September 29, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595328873
• ISBN-13: 978-0595328871
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #397,298 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #79 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Aging > Back Pain

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars relevant and concise, December 8, 2004

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M. White "author and therapist" (Houston,Tx) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Aging Spine: Disorders of the Lumbar Spine (Paperback)

This book is full of excellent info on all kinds of back pain. THe author obviously did her homework and references the material throughout the book. Good illustrations help the reader better understand some of the anatomy..good tips on daily activites like driving,too! The section on water therapy exercises is good and the pics that are included are very helpful..excellent read and reference book for anybody that has back pain.