Injuries & Rehabilitation

A translation of the Bengali novel Yubok Yubotira, first published in 1967, The Youth is remarkable for its realistic portrayal of the lives of a group of young men and women and their strife to find the meaning of their existence. In his foreword to the second edition, the author writes that this w... More

Let over 65 scientists and clinicians, all diabetes and exercise experts, brought together by Editor-in-Chief Neil Ruderman, MD, Dphil, and Editors John T. Devlin, MD, and Stephen H. Schneider, MD, show you how to: Use exercise to treat type 2 diabetes. Use exercise to prevent your at risk patients ... More

This caring and knowledgeable guide can help you feel better--starting now Fibromyalgia causes muscle stiffness and pain, debilitating fatigue, and numerous other symptoms. Most frustrating of all, people with fibromyalgia syndrome don't look sick; standard tests for injury or chemical imbalances of... More

A unique manual presenting the role of exercise in the remediation and prevention of back pain. The book takes exercise physiology and applies to the back area--examining the trunk, flexibility and range of motion, aerobic conditioning, and more. Includes an introduction to aquatic therapy, therapy ... More

In this indispensable guide, the author of the groundbreaking "New York Times" bestseller "UltraMetabolism" delivers an accelerated plan for quick, safe, and healthy weight loss that allows a person to lose up to ten pounds in seven days. Original.IF YOU NEED TO LOSE WEIGHT FAST, BUT DON'T WANT TO D... More

The occurrence of back pain is common…as common as the common cold. Almost every person has some advice to offer. Seldom is this advice helpful, instead such advice can often be harmful or even damaging. A to Z of Back & Neck Pain covers almost all the practical aspects of back and neck pain and... More

This book is based on the system of Hathyoga and Astangyoga- science and mental perfection. Yoga is popular world wide for its curative properties. It helps to purify and control one mind and body. Through Yoga Therapy, one can achieve good health, happiness and peace of mind without any side effect... More

This immensely practical guide is designed to help therapists and community workers understand the nature of cerebral palsy and how to help children afflicted by it. It systematically describes the process of assessing children with cerebral palsy and then helps to design and carry out a treatment p... More

New Page 1 This book has been written for all those who are interested in the use of exercise to promote physical rehabilitation. It is, however, primarily designed to provide the students training in physiotherapy with a simple theoretical background for the practical instruction they ... More

The national bestselling author of "6-Day Body Makeover" is back with a unique workout program that can transform any body shape in just 12 days. Photos. (Consumer Health)... More

This take-it-anywhere-and-everywhere kit is ideal for business travelers and commuters or anyone who spends long hours away from home. The fully illustrated book is filled with simple exercises that stretch muscles and reduce tension.Introducing "The Portable Miracle Ball," a take-it-anywhere-and-ev... More

Finally, the exciting and long-awaited sequel to one of the biggest health and healing bestsellers of all time has arrived. When Peter Kelder's Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth was released by Harbor Press in 1985, it immediately touched off an incredible sales phenomenon rivaled only by The ... More

It's the late 1920s in colonial India. Driven by a seemingly irrational wish, an aging British Army officer embarks upon an adventure of discovery that leads to forbidden Tibet - an ancient land obscured by centuries of isolation; a land of wonder, where miraculous feats are a part of everyday life.... More

Fully revised and updated, this Third Edition provides excellent coverage of the fundamentals of exercise physiology, integrating scientific and clinical information on nutrition, energy transfer, and exercise training. The book is lavishly illustrated with full-color graphics and photos and include... More

Describes the anatomy and physiology of breathing, as well as the subtle yogic science of prana.... More

The Easy, Gentle Road to Fitness. The "I Hate to Exercise Book for People with Diabetes" is made for. youespecially if you find it difficult to get-going on exercise. This book focuses on. easing into physical activity and incorporating physical activity. into your daily routine. This new edition em... More

"Take a deep breath." "Just breathe." Common calming mantras, but what do they really mean? Though every second of life is governed by breath, few people pay heed to this important facet of good health. The Miracle of the Breath explores the importance of breath not only to physical well being but a... More