Preventing and Managing Back Pain During Pregnancy [Paperback]

Alicia M. Silva MSPT (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2004

Preventing and Managing Back Pain During Pregnancy is a book written for the 80% of pregnant women who will experience back pain. It is a comprehensive guide that explains the causes of pregnancy-related back pain, and provides clear, illustrated strategies, exercises and stretches to relieve acute pain and prepare for childbirth.

Editorial Reviews

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"...a great tool and guide to a problem that so many women face...it was very well written." -- Dr. Jennifer Daman, OB/GYN

"...provides clear, practical suggestions...to prevent...and manage (back pain)... What a resource for patients and their providers." -- Dr. Marcie Richardson, OB/GYN

"This book encourages a proactive view on maintaining a woman's health and strength during pregnancy." -- Jennifer McSweeney, CNM

About the Author

Alicia Silva earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Studies from Boston University in 1996, and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Boston University in 1998. She worked as an inpatient physical therapist at university teaching hospitals in Ann Arbor, MI and Boston, MA before transitioning to outpatient therapy. After the birth of her first child in 2002, Alicia founded Expect Fitness with the goal of educating women about techniques to optimize strength, flexibility, and posture, to prevent pain, and to maximize their quality of life. Her book, Preventing and Managing Back Pain During Pregnancy, was published in 2004. As a yoga practitioner for almost a decade, Alicia wanted to expand her practice in order to help people improve not only their physical health but also their mental and spiritual wellbeing. She is a registered yoga teacher (200 hour level). Alicia is a physical therapist who currently treats patients part-time and teaches yoga. She recently joined the Medical Advisory Board for Wellness Professionals and blogs educational health information on a regular basis. In addition, she is on the staff of Breathe Joy Yoga's teacher training program.

Product Details

• Paperback: 130 pages
• Publisher: Expect Fitness (October 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0975582623
• ISBN-13: 978-0975582626
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,022,524 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars easy reading, November 25, 2011

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This review is from: Preventing and Managing Back Pain During Pregnancy (Paperback)

This book is packed full of details but a very easy read, great information to help prevent back pain during pregnancy.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A much needed resource, November 21, 2004

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This review is from: Preventing and Managing Back Pain During Pregnancy (Paperback)

I'm now on my third pregnancy. My back pain has been worse each time. Until now I have not been able to find a book that specifically covers this topic. This book has provided me with a clear exercise plan which has really reduced my pain. I would recommend it to all pregnant women.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Drawing upon clinical success & personal life experience, January 8, 2005

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This review is from: Preventing and Managing Back Pain During Pregnancy (Paperback)

Eighty percent of pregant women experience back pain, yet the majority of such cases can be prevented and managed successfully. Author Alicia Silva, who earned a Master of Science in Physical Therapy and applies her experience treating patients part-time while developing educational resources for women, presents Preventing and Managing Back Pain During Pregnancy as a helpful guideline drawing upon both clinical success and personal life experience. Chapters address exercise guidelines, cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, stretching, recommended postures, management of post-partum back pain, recommended daily programs, and much more. Simple black-and-white illustrations clarify the exercise guidelines in this superb and highly recommended work for expectant mothers everywhere.