There are lots of exercises in this book that can be done from a wheelchair,
on the floor, on the wall, etc. Looks really good.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: An anatomical physiologist, Pete Egoscue has been consulted
by some of the biggest names in sports. He has been practicing full-time
since 1978 and is now working out of his clinic in San Diego, California. He
is the author of The Egoscue Method of Health Through Motion.
Roger Gittines is a freelance writer living in Washington, D.C."
Copyright 1998; ISBN 0-553-10630-9; No Library of Congress Catalogue # but in
library (I guess) under RB127.E35 1998; Published simultaneously in the U.S.
and Canada. Publishers: Bantam Books, 1540 Broadway, N.Y., NY 10036.$23.95 in
U.S., $32.95 in Canada.
INFORMATION FROM JACKET COVER: "Free yourself of chronic pain -- right now!
Have you tried pills, physical therapy, even considered surgery to break free
of chronic pain? Nothing work? The drastic solutions seem worse than the
problem? If so, this revolutionary book will change your life forever.
Within these pages is the acclaimed, all-natural Egoscue Method that shows you
once and for all how to recover a pain-free life.
You don't have to live in pain. That is the message of this breakthrough
system for eliminating chronic pain without drugs, surgery, or other invasive
procedures. Back, knees, wrists, neck -- name the joint or body part that is
hurting enough to ruin your sleep, spoil your day, and undermine your strength
-- all ar addressed in this book.
Developed by Pete Egoscue, a sports injury consultant to some of today's major
athletes, and used exclusively at his renowned clinic in California, the
Egoscue Method has a 95 percent success rate. In Pain Free, Pete Egoscue
gives you the keys to his remarkable success a low-impact, easy-to-perform
series of motioncises that return the body to its natural design and posture
and in the process completely eliminate even the most severe pain.
Pain Free offers detailed photographs and step-by-step instructions for dozens
of motioncises that will have you feeling positive results within twenty to
thirty minutes. And the best part is that you won't have to give up or limit
your favorite activities, purchase an expensive mattress, or pop a daily dose
of prescription pills. Conveniently organized by chapters dealing with
specific conditions, you can quickly and accurately determine what's wrong,
what to do about it, and how to get relief -- fast. Inside you'll find
special motioncises designed for quick relief of: lower back pain, hip
problems, sciatica, and bad knees; carpal tunnel syndrome and other painful
problems of the hands often misdiagnosed as arthritis; migraines and other
headaches, stiff neck, fatigue, sinus problems, vertigo, and TMJ; shin
splints, varicose veins, sprained or weak ankles, and an assortment of foot
problems; plus special preventive and maintenance motioncise programs for the
entire body.
No matter what your age, occupation, or frequency of physical exertion, you
owe it to yourself to read this remarkable and life-changing new book. Take
it from none other than Jack Nicklaus: "Pete Egoscue has totally changed my
life. Never have I experienced such complete pain relief as I have by
following the Egoscue Method." Pain Free delivers just what its title
promises."
Website: www.bantam.com
Well folks, that's it for tonight. Hope all this stuff helps someone else.
Nora in Chicago