Musculoskeletal category: 281 books

The work of a sports therapist is highly technical and requires a confident, responsible and professional approach. The Routledge Handbook of Sports Therapy, Injury Assessment and Rehabilitation is a comprehensive and authoritative reference for those studying or working in this field and is the first...

Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and Lyme disease can be permanently reversed using nontoxic alternative treatments. In this authoritative guide, more than 30 leading physicians explain their holistic diagnostic and treatment methods. Each chapter has been updated to reflect the latest research and...

One of a hugely popular series of short, clear, straight-forward, no-bullshit guides to soft tissue conditions and joint problems by one of the world’s most highly experienced consultants in manual and physical medicine. These are self-help guides for sufferers designed to make dealing with...

One of a hugely popular series of short, clear, straight-forward, no-bullshit guides to soft tissue conditions and joint problems by one of the world’s most highly experienced consultants in manual and physical medicine. These are self-help guides for sufferers designed to make dealing with...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common disease of the central nervous system affecting young adults, usually diagnosed in people aged between 20 to 40. A recent MS Society survey indicated that there are at least 100,000 people living with MS in the UK. Only 20 years ago, a diagnosis...

Muscular dystrophy is a group of genetic diseases in which muscle fibers are unusually susceptible to damage. These damaged muscles become progressively weaker. Most people who have muscular dystrophy will eventually need to use a wheelchair. Scroll up... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver almost instantly to your Kobo or other reading device.

Neglected postures, such as rounding your low back while sitting for extended periods of time in front of the computer, standing for hours stooped over, sleeping improperly, and lifting poorly, can all lead to chronic back pain. Maintaining the natural lumbar curve in your low back is essential...

The prognosis for individuals with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is improving, with some men with DMD living into their 30s and 40s. More vital than ever, this book helps teachers and parents to support children and young people with DMD with their education and transition into adulthood. Leading...

Nearly eight million Americans suffer from it. Cutting through the history and medical jargon found in more exhaustive and incomprehensible reference books, this guide focuses on the most important things readers need to know in order to effectively understand and manage fibromyalgia, especially...

Without doubt, this is true of most people… we will have to come to terms with the issue of osteoarthritis in our lives. Well, if you don’t agree, I like to let you know that currently, one in every four people has it, and the number of people who have it is on the rise. In fact, over 66% of the...

To start with, Osteoporosis is a state or condition of health in which the bone density in the skeletal system is reduced… yes, and as a consequence, putting an individual at an increased risk of bone fractures and the subsequent morbidity together with the mortality associated with fractures! As...

**If you're in chronic pain and you're not getting adequate relief from your treatment, this book is for you. **You don't have to "learn to live with your pain" or put up with unpleasant side effects from your medication. The good news is that there are treatments available that could...

Most back pain books are boring. Life is short. Read this one instead. Back pain bites. It affects almost every adult in industrialized countries. Emergency physician and Medical Post columnist Dr. Melissa Yuan-Innes delivers a fast-paced book, based on the most recent scientific research,...