| View Larger Image | You Can Cope with Peripheral Neuropathy: 365 Tips for Living a Full Life | Paperbackby Mims Cushing (Author), M.D. Norman Latov (Author)
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| | Binding: | Paperback | | Publisher: | Demos Health | | Edition: | 1st Edition | | Page Count: | 192 Pages | | Publication Date: | April 07, 2009 | | Sales Rank: | 21,543st |
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Peripheral neuropathy has reached epidemic proportions in recent years. This condition has numerous causes, but can be associated with diseases such as HIV, alcoholism, diabetes, and lupus and may result from medical treatments such as chemotherapy. Symptoms include pain, numbness, loss of balance, and tingling or burning in the extremities. Although widespread, neuropathy is not well understood, and finding reliable information about it can be difficult. Written by a leading doctor in the field and a patient-expert, You Can Cope with Peripheral Neuropathy: 365 Tips for Living a Full Life covers such diverse topics as what to ask at doctor appointments, how to make the house easier to navigate, where to find a support group, how to use vitamins and herbs for treatment, ways to travel safe, and more. The information in this practical book is aimed at both the millions of people afflicted with neuropathy and the families, caregivers, and health-care providers who share the trauma of this debilitating disease. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 3.0 based on 8 reviews)
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Disappointing Book with little value by Christina Horan (Columbia Falls, MT)  1 Stars
November 19, 2009
I was hoping for some real tips on how to treat my painful neuropathy, or tips that would reduce my discomfort, dietary advice, etc. Instead it's full of "embrace life" statements. I'm sure the author meant well but this book has no practical value for anyone who is determined to live a pain-free life.
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I decided not to buy this by Jansie (New York)  2 Stars
November 10, 2009
I considered buying this until I reviewed a copy. I have peripheral neuropathy with no pain. Although the author did acknowledge that not all sufferers of this problem have pain, she then proceeded to discuss the problem from the point of view of pain; perhaps I am in a minority and, additionally, not very much can be said to those of us like me anyway. This book does reflect New Age thinking but may be useful to some readers. It doesn't have anything to offer me.
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Rehashing the obvious by Sophie Rapaport (Worcester, MA United States) 1 Stars
October 25, 2009
I found this book useless. Most of the advice (stay active, think positive thoughts, get a pet, have good friends) can apply to any chronic disease and we have read and heard it all before.
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uplifting and practical by Readsa Lot  5 Stars
August 15, 2009
When I started this book I expected a numbered list of primary suggestions with a few paragraphs attached to each expanding on the advice. While I found suggestions (not numbered) sprinkled throughout, I also found a vast well of information from both persons with peripheral neuropathy (PNers) and medical professionals.
The book is written primarily from a layperson's POV. Mims Cushing is a PNer, a writer, and a support group developer and leader. She includes her own experiences, but much of the advice comes from others within the PN community. The suggestions are offered in the spirit of "this worked for me, and it might for you."
Ms. Cushing authored the first nine chapters, touching on nearly every aspect of self-care, both physical and psychological. She also put together the final chapter, a collection of the experiences of PNers in their own words. Dr. Norman Latov, who is Director of the Peripheral Neuropathy Clinical and Research Center at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University, authored 3 chapters. These focus on dealing with doctors, FAQs and the need for research. The book ends with a list of organizations which may be helpful to PNers, a bibliography and index.
PN is often thought of as a condition of diabetes, but it is not limited to diabetics. Many other diseases can cause PN and sometimes the cause cannot be determined. One just has PN without ever knowing why. This book is practical and easy to read, full of information you can get only from people who live day to day with PN. It's encouraging and uplifting but realistic. If you are a PNer, a caretaker for a PNer, or love a PNer, you probably want this book.
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Much Help for Everyone With or Without PN by B. Anderson (Auburn, California) 5 Stars
July 08, 2009
Peripheral neuropathy affects millions of people in the US. Mims gives help to those with the neurological disease and those who care about those that do. In addition to her wealth of information and hints for living with the disease, there ares several chapters by Dr. Norman Latov, New York City neurologist specializing in peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral Neuropathy: When the Numbness, Weakness, and Pain Won't Stop (American Academy of Neurology) If You're Having A Crummy Day ... Brush Off the Crumbs!
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The Numb Foot Book, is the latest addition to the best selling Numb Toes series, and has quickly become the must read book for Diabetics or anyone suffering from peripheral neuropathy.
Drs. Alex McLellan and Marc Spitz have taken the reins from the legendary John Senneff, who pioneered layperson literature by focussing on treatment and coping options for neuropathy (nerve pain) sufferers.
This new book is considered the best in the series to date.
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