Back Care Basics

Back Care Basics – A Doctor’s Gentle Yoga Program for Back and Neck Pain Relief
By Mary Pullig Schatz, MD
The author is a physician who had suffered from chronic back pain and then found yoga as a means to eliminate the pain. She not only explains the anatomy of the back and various causes of back pain, but also how yoga can help eliminate the pain. The mind and body work together to help restrictive tissues get better through relaxation techniques, stretching and strengthening. It not only helps the body heal, but helps the patient recover from the psychological effects of pain and disability. The book is well written and includes many illustrations and photos.