4.08/5
Author: John Sarno
Publication Date: Apr 1, 1986
Formats: PDF,Mass Market Paperback,Paperback,Kindle,Hardcover
Rating: 4.08/5 out of 438
Publisher: Berkley
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Dr. John Sarno's revolutionary approach to back pain is
based on his discovery that tension is the underlying cause of most back
problems--leading to an often unrecognized condition called Tension
Mytosis Syndrome. In this book--the first to explain the
psychophysiology, manifestations, and treatment of TMS--you'll find
clear steps, sensible advice, and simple illustrations to help you find
relief, prevent future pain...and live life fully once again.
May 19, 2011
This book was recommended to me by a few people, one a coworker whose friend refers to it as a "bible" for back-pain sufferers. I'm a little on the fence on this one, and offer the following:Jul 22, 2014
I really wanted to give this book 3.5 stars. I found his ideas and theories to be spot on. He described me exactly and found myself and Anthony in its pages. I am a naturally intense person and tension and anxiety are my constant companions. I can pick out exactly what was happening in my life at certain times when my back would "go out". I could never understand how my stress levels would trigger my back but they did. As I look back on my last year and the emotional strains on both Anthony and I really wanted to give this book 3.5 stars. I found his ideas and theories to be spot on. He described me exactly and found myself and Anthony in its pages. I am a naturally intense person and tension and anxiety are my constant companions. I can pick out exactly what was happening in my life at certain times when my back would "go out". I could never understand how my stress levels would trigger my back but they did. As I look back on my last year and the emotional strains on both Anthony and I its no wonder my back went crazy. But what I don't understand and wish he described in more detail was exactly HOW to implement this knowledge. Is it merely just acknowledging the fact that it all starts in my mind, and that I can stop the pain?Aug 20, 2017
How to heal back pain with actually no healing at allDec 09, 2016
As a back pain sufferer, I think he hit the nail on the head. I was told I had bulging disks. The real underlying pain is tension based. If the diagnosis had been, you have no real structural issue and need an outlet for tension, the pain would never have doubled. This man is brilliant and I thank God for this book.May 05, 2015
Dr. Sarno has it right about muscle tension and back pain. This is a good background to the concept of TMS.Sep 02, 2012
Extremely helpful in trying to take a different look at how the body works and what it's telling you when in pain. My only disappointment was that he didn't offer much information on his treatments. I believe his following book is more detailed. I'll definitely be reading that next.Feb 12, 2010
Recommended by my brother.Jul 31, 2012
As a back pain sufferer, I think he hit the nail on the head. I was told I had bulging disks. The real underlying pain is tension based. If the diagnosis had been, you have no real structural issue and need an outlet for tension, the pain would never have doubled. This man is brilliant and I thank God for this book.Feb 15, 2010
I don't agree with everything Sarno says in this book, but I think the central premise is sound. Psychological tension results in physical tension which results in pain in the back, neck, and shoulders. I also agreed with his assessment of Western medicine, which tends to pathologize everything and cause even more fear, anxiety, and tension in worried patients.May 07, 2016
I read all of Dr. Sarno's books back in the day. After being profoundly disappointed with "traditional" approaches to pain, I've decided to read through his works again, starting at the beginning. His theories are revolutionary, scientific and common sensical. Do yourself a favor & read him if you suffer from back or other types of chronic pain and make up your own mind.Feb 24, 2010
No, he's not saying it's all "just in your head". He's saying the causes of some, maybe most, back pain is more psychological than physical, as had been previously believed by science. It's an intriguing explanation, backed up by his years of clinical practice.Oct 15, 2008
daisy, my editor, has been telling me to read this guy's stuff for over half a year. after suffering a severe muscle spasm in my neck and shoulder that muscle relaxants and OTC painkillers stopped responding to, i was put on really heavy narcotics for the pain and my clenched muscles. reading this book put it all into perspective for me. i need to read more of his stuff.... but i felt like this guy was writing this book TO me. his main thesis: my physical pain was a manifestation of mental daisy, my editor, has been telling me to read this guy's stuff for over half a year. after suffering a severe muscle spasm in my neck and shoulder that muscle relaxants and OTC painkillers stopped responding to, i was put on really heavy narcotics for the pain and my clenched muscles. reading this book put it all into perspective for me. i need to read more of his stuff.... but i felt like this guy was writing this book TO me. his main thesis: my physical pain was a manifestation of mental tension. honestly, this was news to me. ...moreSep 01, 2010
This is an excellent book about how our emotions and our mind relate to our physiological experience of pain, in particular, back pain in the form of TMS (Tension Myositis Syndrome). Sarno's work is similar to Gabor Mate's work, except that, since Sarno is not a psychologist, some of his evaluations of his patients are not as thoroughly analyzed as in Mate's work. Regardless, this is a very accessible book and a definite must-read for anyone with chronic pain - back pain, fibromyalgia, This is an excellent book about how our emotions and our mind relate to our physiological experience of pain, in particular, back pain in the form of TMS (Tension Myositis Syndrome). Sarno's work is similar to Gabor Mate's work, except that, since Sarno is not a psychologist, some of his evaluations of his patients are not as thoroughly analyzed as in Mate's work. Regardless, this is a very accessible book and a definite must-read for anyone with chronic pain - back pain, fibromyalgia, migraines, and so on. I'm looking forward to reading Sarno's other, longer books on the relationship between the mind and the body. ...moreAug 12, 2014
This book was amazing for one simple reason: It provides a logical conclusion as to the cause of pain that millions of people feel every day, and it does so while contradicting the popular diagnosis millions of people are given by medical professionals.Aug 08, 2017
The ideology that he proposes of tension being the primary cause of neck/shoulder/back pain is a logical and necessary stance against the traditional medical diagnoses. TMS represents the subconscious tension from our personal lives that has manifested itself into a localized chronic body pain. It's even further perpetuated by personality traits, leading to the distinction of "psychophysiologic" pain.Sep 08, 2019
Reading this book has significantly reduced 18yrs of chronic pain. This book is dated though. I suggest reading his newer book.Nov 10, 2019
Awesome! Saved me more than once from surgery! When no doctor can give you an answer, Dr. Sarno has one. You need to think outside the box.Nov 05, 2017
Great book for anyone struggling with back pain. It seems a little new agey but it’s definitely worth reading.Jul 25, 2017
This really makes a lot of sense when you think about it. I'm intrigued and ready to learn more!Sep 22, 2017
Great Read for Anyone SufferingJan 04, 2019
Interesting, if a little dated. The central point is that back pain is usually more an issue of stress and muscle tension than of any structural abnormality. It still seems relevant today. I'm curious if the people I know who suffer from back pain would benefit from reading.Jul 13, 2017
Eh. I was told to check out Dr. Sarno's books because I've had back surgery at a young age (18) and haven't had full recovery since. I think some of his ideas are spot on. Pain and tension do manifest themselves in your body/physical world. The major shortcoming of this book is he doesn't explain how to treat TMS, or any exercises he has felt personally useful for dealing with his TMS.Jan 16, 2018
I thought Dr. Sarno's approach to pain was interesting. I wished there might have been a little more detail. As a person who has been suffering with back pain for many many years it gave me some hope. Unfortunately Dr. Sarno passed away in 2017 so I will not be able to have a consultation with him.Mar 13, 2019
Dr. Sarno is the original psychological pain connection study doctor, and I believe this is his original book. There are several. I read this to help me study and get through my Curable app program.Dec 10, 2018
Despite being almost 30 years old this book has a lot of wisdom in it that is very applicable to any person currently experiencing back or neck pain. Everyone should have to read this before they even consider an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon....Take your time and choose the perfect book.
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