Backs in Motion: The Only Back-Care Program for Everybody

by Lewis G. Maharam

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805035400
• ISBN13: 9780805035407
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
• Length: 178 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.8" x 8.6"

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Backs in Motion by Maharan MD

This is an excellent rendition on the functioning of the back.There is a complete explanation of the atlas, axis vertebra prominens, thoracic curvature and sacral curvature. The classicleaning forward or kyphosis is depicted. The tri-joint complex is shown; whereby, there is a superior vertebral notch and fibrocartilage. The kyphosis loads the front of the vertebrae andsqueezes until the classic bulge protrudes. Spinal stenosisresults when the spinal canal is too tight. Electrogalvanic stimulation increases circulation. Specific exercises arecited to assist with spinal health maintenance. Facet joints are a root problem in approximately 80% of patients.Sprains may be a result of muscle spasms. Trigger points inmuscles may be handled with Electrogalvanic stimulation.A number of exercises improve back health. Lying flat on yourback and bending the knees improves functioning. In addition,placing the leg straight on a flat table/surface may improvespinal posture. The discs act as shock absorbers.This book is excellent as a health reference on the spine.