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I've Got Your Back: The Truth About Spine Surgery, Straight From a Surgeon | Paperback

by M.D. (Author), Nathaniel L. Tindel (Author), Tamar Haspel (Author)

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$14.00

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Binding:

Paperback

Publisher:

NAL Trade

Edition:

1st Edition

Page Count:

336 Pages

Publication Date:

January 02, 2007

Sales Rank:

522,043nd

EDITORIAL REVIEWS

Product Description
A leading back surgeon reveals the truth about-and the alternatives to-back surgery, for more than 65 million sufferers. According to Dr. Nathaniel Tindel, there is an alternative to back surgery in 19 out of 20 cases. This authoritative and plain-spoken guide to what back surgery can and can't do reveals behind-the-scenes information on back pain, back doctors, and back treatments delivered candidly, using case studies and clinical evidence. It arms readers with the information and the courage to ask the right doctors the right questions, so that they can make the right decisions. Topics covered include: - What causes back pain and sciatica - Why surgery doesn't always work - The truth about disc replacement - The key to successful pain management - Back-pain emergencies - Types of surgery and non-surgical alternatives - Surgical risks

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 6 reviews)

excellent by Sally Domont

5 Stars
September 22, 2009
I have not had a chance to read this yet, so I can't write a full review.

Surgery for back pain by Q. Ali

5 Stars
April 06, 2009
I have herniated disc L5-S1 above 1 cm and mild spinal stenosis. I wanted to know whether I should go for a surgery or not. My pain level is 5-6. This book really helped me to figure out whether surgery is needed or not. Really good one

best back book i've read by Charles B. Weaver (texas)

5 Stars
September 19, 2007
I've read a number of back books and this is by far the very best! It has helped us decide against risky surgery for our Mother and the other treatments it suggest are working and she is feeling much better. I'm recommending it to anyone with back problems. It's very informative and easy to understand. Finally a guide for everyone!! 5 stars!!!

With gratitude to Dr. Nathaniel Tindel............ by Kathy De George (Long Island, NY)

5 Stars
May 29, 2007
It is with deep gratitude to Dr. Nathaniel Tindel that I take the time to write this review. Since my back trouble had remained dormant for a few years.........my hope was to not have immediate reason to read the book - but, alas.....about a week ago the back trouble reared it's ugly head again! I found the book to be very informative and helpful. Dr. Tindel has the unique ability to clearly describe important aspects of back-pain, alternative treatments prior to considering surgery, and the proper direction to take. He does this in 'lay-persons' language without talking down to the patient. Reading the book was helpful in discerning that I was taking the right path in my own healing process as well as giving me the language needed to describe the sort of pain I was having (acute radicular pain); where it radiated from; as well as re-emphasizing the core importance of exercise and healthy diet in the healing process (and in life in general!). All this in an easy to read, fun, writing style that made the book a quick read! "I've Got Your Back" is a book to keep in your own personal library for quick reference as well as one to share with friends and loved ones.

Good advice by Barbara Massey (Wister, OK USA)

4 Stars
May 12, 2007
I found this book to be informative and well written. I especially liked the advice to do anything and everything possible other than surgery before considering surgery. This book will help you be proactive in your own back care.

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