Introduction to Chiropractic [Paperback]

Louis Sportelli (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0970383908 | ISBN-13: 978-0970383907 | Publication Date: July 2000 | Edition: 10th

Back pain, neck pain and headaches are three of the most incapacitating conditions suffered by the majority of people. They are usually not life threatening, but they are devastating to the "quality of life" for those afflicted. Chiropractic has played an important role in the treatment and management of these conditions. Many people are confused about what chiropractic is, what doctors of chiropractic do, and how chiropractic care can help their condition.

Introduction to Chiropractic™, 10th edition, is an easy to read, yet very comprehensive booklet which explains in everyday terms what you should know about chiropractic. This 52 page booklet explains, in very easy to understand terms, why the chiropractic approach to your health problem may be the right choice. Special exercises are included which have been proven effective in the management and ongoing care of most back and neck problems. Information on weight, diet, nutrition, lifestyle, and posture are also included in this new publication.

If you have a condition which may be helped by chiropractic and you are uncertain about whether or not you should become a chiropractic patient, this booklet will provide very specific information upon which to make your decision.

The publication was written by a nationally known doctor of chiropractic who has been in practice for 40 years. His advice and guidance in this book will clearly answer questions about chiropractic in a way which will inform you and empower you to make the right decision about your health care.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Written by an internationally known author and lecturer on the subject of chiropractic healthcare. Louis Sportelli, D.C., has been a practicing doctor of chiropractic for 39 years and recognized the need for an easy to read, comprehensive book which will help patient restore and regain their health.

Product Details

• Paperback: 52 pages
• Publisher: Practicemakers Products Inc; 10th edition (July 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0970383908
• ISBN-13: 978-0970383907
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 4.3 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,924,216 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Chiropractic Book, December 19, 2000

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"rchoate" (Chicago, Ill United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Introduction to Chiropractic (Paperback)

This is the best chiropractic book I've ever encountered. This would be an essential resource for anyone considering going to a chiropractor or who has questions about what a chiropractor can do for them.

The language is very easy to understand and is well referenced with links to many other sources of information on-line about back care and chiropractic.

I gave my copy to a chiropractic cynic. He's got his first appointment next week.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best, fact-filled books available on chiropractic, December 15, 2000

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Richard A. Flaherty (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Introduction to Chiropractic (Paperback)

Of the many things we seek in life, good health is probably at the top of most individual's lists. And when we seek health care guidance and advice, we want to be certain that that advise is from an expert source and someone we can count on for delivering sound recommendations.

Dr. Louis Sportelli has captured the essence of a leading non-invasive, non-drug health profession, reducing a complicated and oft misunderstood care paradigm to a simple to understand writing on the benefits of chiropractic care. As we explore new directions in health care, especially us baby-boomers, we are all looking for a solution to our aches and pains, effective diet, nutrition and excerise regimens and a true understanding of the reasons for our changing physiologic function. Reading Introduction to Chiropractic answers these and so many more questions about our bodies and outlines in simple to read text the functions that attribute to good health.

While we are told to rest, take aspirin or other drugs for many of the most incapacitating and debilitating problems associated with the back, neck and extremity pain, Introduction to Chiropractic takes the reader to a new dimension of understanding in explaining why natural health care optimizes the bodies own inner intelligence mechanisms. There's more practical and useful information in this book's 50 easy reading pages about common sense health care than I've read anywhere.

If you've read or heard contrary information about the benefits or usefulness of chiropractic care, this book should put any of those concerns to rest. Thank you, Dr. Sportelli, for taking the time to write this wonderful book explaining the many benefits of chiropractic, a safe, effective and necessary component to obtaining maximum good health!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Introduction to Chiropractic, November 13, 2000

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Helen Ferguson (Atlanta, GA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Introduction to Chiropractic (Paperback)

This book is well written in easy-to-understand language. Not only does the book provide a clear explanation of chiropractic, it explains how the body functions and gives pointers on maintaining good health. I highly recommend it to anybody who wants to understand why their body might be complaining and want to help themselves gain good health and well being. I also recommend it to all health care providers. As one who suffers from osteoarthritis, I find the suggested exercises extremely helpful. I refer to it as "my handy little instruction book" and refer to it often. It would be an excellent gift for everybody you love.