4.35/5
Author: Robin A. McKenzie
Publication Date: Jan 1, 1997
Formats: PDF,Paperback,Kindle
Rating: 4.35/5 out of 1102
Publisher: Orthopedic Physical Therapy Product
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Jun 03, 2019
I threw my back out and had a coworker (Thanks Libby) and my new PT recommend this same book on the same day. I read it, and 2 days later, I am on the right path! Assuming that trend continues, this book is magic!Aug 25, 2010
I suffered a herniated disk playing basketball and consequently experienced debilitating lower back pain. I was confined to bed for months, had sciatica, and gradually lost strength and feeling in my left leg. The pain was continual and it was hard to think clearly. I tried many things to heal my back but this is the one that worked (in conjunction with physical therapy). The thesis of this book is that much lower back pain is caused by a loss of lordosis (the curve in your lower back), and the I suffered a herniated disk playing basketball and consequently experienced debilitating lower back pain. I was confined to bed for months, had sciatica, and gradually lost strength and feeling in my left leg. The pain was continual and it was hard to think clearly. I tried many things to heal my back but this is the one that worked (in conjunction with physical therapy). The thesis of this book is that much lower back pain is caused by a loss of lordosis (the curve in your lower back), and the solution is to restore lower back strength and flexibility through a combination of basic exercises and stretches. I distilled this book down to two exercises (situps and reverse situps) and three stretches (knees to chest, yoga cobra, and hamstring stretch) that I continue to practice whenever my lower back pain returns. It works. ...moreApr 09, 2012
I have a herniated disc in the lower part of my spine and I recently suffered from a bout of lower back pain followed by intense sciatica running down my left leg. After about seven weeks of rest, medications and most of all, physical therapy, I am able to resume normal activity. And I have been pain free for a few weeks now. I received this book as a present from my physical therapists as I graduated from working with them to doing the exercises on my own.Apr 03, 2008
It really works. The exercises and approach here are very simple, logical and all about common sense practices that gradually get you back to full movement and strength- without pain. I don't want this review to sound like a testimonial, but the information was very useful, and I enjoyed the Australian word usage of Dr. McKenzie.Jun 25, 2015
My physical therapist started me on these exercises and recommended the book as a support when I put my back out twice in the space of 3 months. 30 years ago, I'd rejected the option of spinal fusion in the lumbar area and opted for alternatives. I haven't had much trouble until a year ago. After 6 months of referring to this clearly written book to fine tune my use of the exercises, I'm stronger than ever and looking forward to another 30 trouble-free years.Aug 14, 2010
For any that have chronic back pain or just a sore back I highly recommend this book!! Easy to read with simple but frequent excercises which really work. I have only been doing these excercises for 3 days and my back which over the last 12 months has been treated by both physiotherapists and chiropracters which has given some relief but never felt as good as it does now.Oct 17, 2012
Very informative. Lots of reminders on how important posture is. The exercises are simple! After doing them for just a couple of days I am staring to feel better.Jun 09, 2014
had some exercises but unfortunately i am already doing them. was hoping for something new and different that would help.Jun 13, 2016
This book was recommended by my osteopath after an acute bout of back pain. I've been struggling with back issues for 2 years, since I was 4 months pregnant. This is info my previous physiotherapist and current osteopath were attempting to impart, presented in way that finally clicked for me.Jun 03, 2017
He encourages a particular kind of stretching that supplements what my physical therapist at Kaiser encouraged me to do. I don't trust the approach that insists one must use only practitioners who are certified by a narrowly defined approach to remedying back problems. But, it is helpfulJun 01, 2017
This book was urged on me by a physical therapist who was treating me for lower back pain and sciatica. I've dealt with this condition intermittently for 30 years. The book systematizes an exercise regime for overcoming the pain and managing on-going lower (lumbar) back health. Its a short and easily understood book. One could pick it up and follow its instructions with no professional guidance, although depending on your condition, that might not be wise.Sep 17, 2019
Came recommended from a friend who is a sports doctor. My back has been out for three days and I just did a round of the rescue exercises and almost feel normal again. The change was instant, though probably won't be lasting if I don't keep up the exercises. We'll see how it fares over time, but for now I'm very impressed.Feb 22, 2014
I read this book in half an hour. I haven't tried the exercises yet, but I have a herniated disc and sciatic pain and I've been in physical therapy for a month now. Some of the exercises in this book mimic what I've learned in PT, so I'm hoping this book will keep me going after I'm done with PT.Nov 03, 2016
This book has helped me - twice!Oct 04, 2014
I had a lower back problem for 5 months, tried various things (chiropractor, shoe soles, exercising, etc.), but nothing worked. I found Mr. McKenzie's book and applied the very easy exercises - after 4 days, pain reduced and after 10 days almost completely disappeared. I still can't believe how simple it was to get rid of the pain. Highly recommended for all the sedentary workers.Oct 26, 2016
This is a short but extremely useful book. The fact that the exercises mentioned in the book are part of most yoga workouts was pleasantly unsurprising. The author reinforces the importance of good posture and gives us some tips to carry with us in our busy daily lives. Considering the bargain price on Amazon, this book is a keeperAug 12, 2014
This book was very clearly written and easy to follow. His techniques were simple and backed by good reason. Many of the methods/exercises he recommended were things I have learned over the years from other disciplines like yoga and various forms of physical therapy. This book has simplified it all and provided the reasoning behind the procedures without getting technical.Aug 19, 2008
It's okay, shows some very basic stretches. I bought it because all of the Amazon reviews raved that it was like a magical cure. I have a feeling it was written for people who haven't already blown their back to pieces, in which case it's not for me. We'll see.Nov 16, 2016
I've been seeing a physical therapist for over a month now one or two times per week, and he's been slowly doling out the exercises in this $10 book, more or less verbatim, at $30 co-pay per visit. For my money, this book is a steal. A bit too much puffery from the author, but can't really blame him as his techniques seem to be working as advertised.Jun 26, 2015
Got a slipped disc at 28 years old while living in Germany, got it cured. Last year I had a trapped nerve in my lower spine age 48, went to my local physio who treated me twice. After that I had no more pain and due to work, travelling all over Europe did not continue the treatment. I did buy the McKenzie book and the D shape lumbar support roll to use in the car, on flights and on my sofa. Last week age 49 I trapped the nerve again in my lower spine.Went back to my local physio (same person) Got a slipped disc at 28 years old while living in Germany, got it cured. Last year I had a trapped nerve in my lower spine age 48, went to my local physio who treated me twice. After that I had no more pain and due to work, travelling all over Europe did not continue the treatment. I did buy the McKenzie book and the D shape lumbar support roll to use in the car, on flights and on my sofa. Last week age 49 I trapped the nerve again in my lower spine.Went back to my local physio (same person) and started my treatment for £30 per time.He stated it was exactly the same place as before, but this time I decided to go for six times to straighten my lower spine out.The pain after two sessions is now gone replaced with a dull ache. Started with the exercises in the book and will continue with them guess for the rest of my life. I been going to pilates classes for the last ten years so I thought my back was as it should be but working from home and travelling all over the place I guess precaution and prevention is what is needed. So more breaks and I will keep this book on my desk to remind myself for the needed breaks and excercises.I am using knee stool working from home not sure if the posture is the correct one but will find out next week. ...moreSep 29, 2015
I turned to this book in desperation. After birthing five children, carrying toddlers hither and yon, running for more than twenty years and subjecting my spine to various daily abuses of lifting, pushing and pulling, I was the proud owner of a herniated disc, some spinal stenosis, age appropriate degeneration and arthritis plus sciatica. I gave up running, I worked with a physical therapist/chiropractor and had two rounds of injections into my spine. Nothing worked for long. Next up would be I turned to this book in desperation. After birthing five children, carrying toddlers hither and yon, running for more than twenty years and subjecting my spine to various daily abuses of lifting, pushing and pulling, I was the proud owner of a herniated disc, some spinal stenosis, age appropriate degeneration and arthritis plus sciatica. I gave up running, I worked with a physical therapist/chiropractor and had two rounds of injections into my spine. Nothing worked for long. Next up would be surgery and because of my scoliosis I am not a good candidate for that. I also just did not want surgery if I could avoid it.Jan 23, 2019
Interesting theories and ways of explaining back problems. I have started to apply recommendations of this book and let's see how my pain changes.Jul 07, 2017
So grateful to Debbie Glett, my physical therapist at the Lewis Aquatic Center for giving me this book. It, along with aquatic therapy and an epidural injection, has been a life-saver. In this little gem of a book, the author provides a clear explanation of what contributes to lower back pain, in my case a combination of a herniated disc and an impinged sciatic nerve. The result was that I experienced pain in my right foot comparable to standing in a red-hot frying pan. McKenzie also clearly So grateful to Debbie Glett, my physical therapist at the Lewis Aquatic Center for giving me this book. It, along with aquatic therapy and an epidural injection, has been a life-saver. In this little gem of a book, the author provides a clear explanation of what contributes to lower back pain, in my case a combination of a herniated disc and an impinged sciatic nerve. The result was that I experienced pain in my right foot comparable to standing in a red-hot frying pan. McKenzie also clearly illustrates basic exercises to relieve pain, promote healing and to prevent future injury and pain. The book tied in so neatly with the physical therapy I received at the Lewis Aquatic Center as well as the "land-based" therapy from my Cleveland Clinic physical therapists. ...moreAug 18, 2014
Treat Your Own BackApr 12, 2019
This a a short, simple, straightforward book with plenty of photographs. It's easy to get started right away if you are in the midst of a back issue. I get the impression the methods are popular among physical therapists; a library book was a lot cheaper and more convenient for me, so I'm happy that it is available. If you want to look into factors like diet or stress or develop a more thorough exercise plan, look elsewhere, but I think this book is a good starting point.Take your time and choose the perfect book.
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