Framework for the Lower Back, Revised and Updated 2nd Edition: A 6-Step Plan for a Healthy Lower Back (FrameWork Active for Life) [Paperback]

Nicholas A. DiNubile MD (Author), Bruce Scali (Author)

Book Description

Series: FrameWork Active for Life | Publication Date: April 13, 2010

Manage and prevent lower back pain with the proven FrameWork philosophy!

 

Muscle and joint conditions have surpassed the common cold as the #1 reason for physician visits in the United States with lower back pain leading the charge.  If you suffer from lower back pain, you know the frustration of having to miss out on activities you enjoy and having trouble finding an exercise program that does not exacerbate your pain or symptoms.

In his book, FrameWork, renowned sports medicine physician Dr. Nicholas DiNubile provided readers with cutting-edge strategies for safely starting, maintaining, and building an exercise program designed to promote optimum muscle, bone, and joint function and health. Now in the first installment of his Active for Life series, Framework for the Lower Back, DiNubile provides lower back pain sufferers with a specific plan for treating and preventing sprains, strains, disc problems, arthritis, sciatica issues, and other injuries. Beginning with an explanation of the causes, preventative strategies, and treatment of common lower back problems, Framework for the Lower Back includes:
· A comprehensive pre-exercise screening questionnaire to assess the extent of injury or pain
· A tailor-made exercise plan that incorporates innovative exercises that can be done at home or in the gym
· Nutritional advice designed to strengthen the muscles, joints, and bones of the lower back

Lower back pain and injury doesn’t mean the end of an active lifestyle. All it takes is a balanced, customizable plan that acknowledges the fact that our bodies are all a little different and often need special attention. Framework for the Lower Back provides that plan and gives you all the tools you need to stay active for life.

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About the Author

NICHOLAS A. DiNUBILE, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon, specialist in sports medicine, and best-selling author, has served as orthopedic consultant to the Philadelphia 76ers and the Pennsylvania Ballet. His advice has been featured in The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, and numerous magazines including Men's Health and Newsweek.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books; 2 Rev Upd edition (April 13, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1605291978
• ISBN-13: 978-1605291970
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #305,321 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dr. DiNubile is an Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine in private practice in Havertown, Pennsylvania. He is the author of the bestselling book, FrameWork- Your 7 Step Program for Healthy Muscles, Bones & Joints as well as the FrameWork "Active for Life" book series (which focuses on more specific programs for the lower back, knee and more to come). He is Executive Producer and host of the award winning national PBS television special, Your Body's FrameWork and has served as Orthopaedic Consultant to the Philadelphia 76ers Basketball Team and Pennsylvania Ballet for many years. He has been chosen in "Best Doctors in America" and featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, CNN, HBO Real Sports, National Public Radio, and in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, Newsweek, and numerous other publications. He is one of the most quoted doctors in America and his website www.DrNick.com is a trusted source of health, fitness and wellness information.

His additional accomplishments include:

*Special Advisor / Medical Consultant to The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (1st Bush Administration--Arnold Schwarzenegger, Chairman).

*Board of Directors, the American Council on Exercise- (ACE) 2005-2008

*Chief Medical Officer, the American Council on Exercise (ACE)

*Editor-In-Chief: The Physician and Sportsmedicine Journal

*Spokesperson - American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM).

*Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.

*Vice President, The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)

*Author, The Exercise Prescription and Review Panel - The Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health.

*Editor, "Exercise is Medicine" series in The Physician and Sportsmedicine

*National Fitness Hall of Fame- inducted 2009

*Recipient of the HAFL Award (Healthy American Fitness Leaders).

*Chairman, Orthopaedic Surgery, Delaware County Memorial Hospital.

*National Representative for AAOS & AOSSM to "Healthy People 2000/2010"
*Aetna U.S. Healthcare (1990-2002) - Associate Medical Director, and Chairman, Orthopaedic Surgery Specialty Advisory Committee.

*Member: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine; Association of Professional Team Physicians; American College of Sports Medicine; International Cartilage Repair Society; American Health Care Journalists; National American Fitness Leaders; United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA)

*Medical Consultant and editorial Advisor to "Ask Arnold" (Arnold Schwarzenegger's syndicated column in USA WEEKEND magazine, 1993-1995).

*Editorial Advisory Board: Muscle & Fitness; Shape; Men's Health; Men's Fitness; Longevity Magazine & Anti-Aging News; AAOS Now.

*Lectures and consults nationally on topics of Sports Medicine, Health & Fitness as well as a variety of healthcare issues.


***Learn more about Dr. DiNubile at www.DrNick.com

***Interact with Dr. DiNubile on:

Facebook.com/DrNickUSA
Twitter.com/DrNickUSA
Linkedin.com/in/DrNick1
MySpace.com/NicholasDiNubile

Thanks for all your support and feedback!!! I appreciate it.
--DrNick

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must Read for anyone with Lower Back Pain, May 11, 2010

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This review is from: Framework for the Lower Back, Revised and Updated 2nd Edition: A 6-Step Plan for a Healthy Lower Back (FrameWork Active for Life) (Paperback)

Framework for the Lower Back is a must read for anyone that has struggled with Lower Back Pain. Myself being a Chiropractor, understands how these exercises, tips, and preventative measures explained by Dr. DiNubile, can help people avoid Lower Back Pain and help eliminate it all together. In Fact , I have reccomended the book to others and have received feedback that they are much improved already. Great Stuff-Thanks Dr. DiNubile

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Framework, December 4, 2010

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Very straight forward and informative. Easy to follow exercises and guidelines. Loved it so much I am got another book in the Framework series.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Summarizes back treatments, March 5, 2011

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Marc R. Halley (Leesburg, Virginia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Framework for the Lower Back, Revised and Updated 2nd Edition (FrameWork Active for Life) (Kindle Edition)

This book is a really good summary of what to do for lumbago. There are lots of other books, but the information is scattered and difficult to synthesize. After all, a normal person can't spent the entire day doing back exercises.

This book presents a couple of routines that can be done to help your lower back pain. It won't be eliminated once and for all, but it will certainly help.

The author has a very engaging style and the book is fun to read. I would also recommend his basic book "Framework" as a useful guide to health for the normal stressed out adult.