Overcoming pain is a practical guide to understanding and overcoming persistent back pain and neck pain. It is written by an Australian physiotherapist with personal and professional experience of what is required to overcome pain that just won't go away. David's message is confrontational, realistic, practical and it works!
"Overcoming Pain"
An easy to read book - interesting in the correlation between the mind and the body. I have passed it on to several friends, some with health professional backgrounds and some not. Well done for addressing these issues. I intend to read the latest version again - in the hope of not only addressing pain issues I may have but also hopefully prevention of pain in the future.
"Made a big difference"
I actually started reading this book about two months ago, then put it down. I thought it was talking about people somehow different to me. I thought my neck pain was a unique situation. I recently picked it up again and finished it within the day. It is a very clever book by a very clever author. I've started to see my problem in a different light and it's helping a lot. Thanks David!
"Great practical guide to pain"
As a qualified Exercise Therapist I found this book by David Hall to be a great resource and eye opener to understanding the different challanges so many people face when experiencing pain. David's many insights & matter of fact explanations, as both a professional Physiotherapist and someone who has experienced pain himself, are practical & easy to read. Highly recommended reading for professionals treating individuals with chronic pain, people suffering pain themselves and for friends and family to have a greater understanding of what pain sufferers are going through.
"Well written"
I've tried reading a number of books regarding pain, but this one is the pick of the bunch. It has clarified a lot of things for me and given me a greater sense of confidence going forward.
The exercises seem easy and achievable. The most important thing though is that I was drawn in. The first time I read the book I just read it straight, but this last time I did all the practical exercises and they really do help. I have drawn my healthy spine wheel and know how to improve it.
A highly recommended read for anyone with back pain like mine!
"overcoming pain"
A book that relates to everyone. Definitely an easy reading, informative and direct approach to dealing with pain. The exercises helped so much, David has also made it easy when it comes to exercising and overcoming pain, especially when dealing with my scoliosis. I recommend this book to everyone out there!