Explain Pain [Spiral-bound]

David Butler (Author), PT and Dr. Lorimer Moseley (Author), Sunyata (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2003 | ISBN-10: 097509100X | ISBN-13: 978-0975091005 | Edition: 1

Explain Pain by David Butler and Dr. Lorimer Moseley is an evidence based book designed for therapists, patients and students. It answers the most common questions asked by pain sufferers: 'why do I hurt?' and 'what can I do for my pain?' Written in simple language that anyone can understand, it encourages patients to move better and research shows that they will have less pain once they have understood its underlying causes.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...this is a great book. It is packed with the right messages for patients and healthcare providers and presented in a visually pleasing format. I highly recommend it for one's patient library and as an introductory summary for those who are entering the field of pain management." --John D. Loeser, MD Prof. of neurological surgery and anesthesiology Univ of Washington.

About the Author

David Butler, PT is in high demand as a lecturer, educator and an accomplished author. He has written and co-authored many publications blending manual therapy skills with neuro-biological evidence and clinical decision-making skills.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 130 pages
• Publisher: Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products; 1 edition (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 097509100X
• ISBN-13: 978-0975091005
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #17,493 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #4 in Books > Medical Books > Pharmacology > Pain Medicine

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A patients view, July 12, 2009

By 

MJ (New England) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Explain Pain (Spiral-bound)

I've been dealing with Chronic Pain for nearly a year and have been in physical therapy just as long. I've read every article I could find on the internet associated with Chronic Pain including those related to both the physical and emotional states you go through.

This book, Explain Pain, was far and away the most helpful in crystallizing my experience and filling in the gaps that Doctors don't take the time to explain to you. Once you understand how pain works - the pain is less powerful.

Every Physical Therapist (PT) should incorporate this book into their chronic pain patient's regiment. Your PT should also take the time to discuss it with you. Just as important - you need to communicate with your PT as to what is going on with you physically and what is running through your mind. You have to be a team.

Another book I found very helpful is Anxiety, Depression and Anger: In Pain. These two books compliment each other well. Together they helped me to better understand chronic pain; how it impacts me; and they empowered me to deal with chronic pain head on and ultimately independently.

Anxiety, Depression, and Anger in Pain: Research Findings and Clinical Options

15 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant essential reading, June 23, 2008

By 

Bean100 (UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Explain Pain (Spiral-bound)

The best book on pain out there, easy to follow and very reassuring. A must read for anyone who is dealing with pain - especially chronic pain.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reading, July 2, 2008

By 

ss (Southern California, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Explain Pain (Spiral-bound)

Recommended for all in the medical field and those suffering from pain with inquisitive minds. Fun illustrations. Written for multiple levels of understanding.