Yoga for Back Pain: The Complete Guide - Loren Fishman

With down-to-earth techniques and instruction for all levels, this book helps readers distinguish between the nine major causes of backache and target pain through diagnosis-specific yoga poses. Illustrated by photographs of postures. \n \nStunningly innovative. . . . This is the first book in which the different causes of back pain are identified and assigned appropriate yoga poses. Individuals of any age, even those unfamiliar with yoga, will be able to follow Dr. Fishman's simple instructions.--Joan White, Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States\n \nLet internationally renowned rehabilitation specialist Loren Fishman, MD, be your personal instructor for a healthier back With down-to-earth techniques and instruction for all levels, Cure Back Pain with Yoga helps you: \n \n- distinguish between the nine major causes of backache; \n- target your source of pain through diagnosis-specific yoga poses; \n- manage, reduce, and ultimately end your pain. \n \nDepending on the severity and chronicity of your pain, the postures in this guide, described in detail and illustrated by photographs, will help you determine how to start your own yoga practice or alter your existing practice in order to achieve lasting comfort and strength.\n