Reviews"At last... a book about chronic pain that covers every aspect of this huge issue--one that affects the vast majority of people on the planet, at least at some point in their lives. This brilliant volume has a possible solution for nearly everyone who is suffering--whether it be on the level of mind, body, or spirit. This book should be on everyone's bookshelf!" --Christiane Northrup, M.D., New York Times bestselling author of Goddesses Never Age, The Wisdom of Menopause, and Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom "With inspiring stories of recovery and the latest science, Rethink Chronic Pain offers a beacon of hope for anyone suffering with chronic pain. A must-have book for getting your life back on track." --Terry Wahls, MD, IFMCP, author of The Wahls Protocol
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal616/.0472
SynopsisAt a time when as many as 1 in 5 adults suffer from chronic pain, a medical doctor and proven pain expert offers an original guide to healing and recovery. Rethink Chronic Pain identifies the physical and psychological roots of pain and recommends not one single treatment (as the vast majority of advice does) but many: Dr. Ga tan Brouillard incorporates osteopathy, hypnotherapy, acupuncture, nutrition and natural products (including cannabis and CBD) into his tried-and-tested approach. He also draws on years of experience as an emergency room doctor, clinician, and researcher to explain scientific breakthroughs in pain treatment and how to use medicine and surgery when necessary. Readers will come away with new understandings of the body and mind--and new tools for healing chronic pain at its source., In this Comprehensive and compassionate guide, Dr. Gaétan Brouillard draws on his decades of experience to help sufferers understand, relieve, and eliminate chronic pain using a wide range of techniques-from the latest medical breakthrough to natural solutions. This revolutionary approach digs deep into the physical and psychological roots of pain to effectively treat arthritis, fibromyalgia, neck and back pain, and many other issues at their source, Discover: The best natural products for pain, including cannabis, CBD, and enzyme supplements, Effective complementary approaches, including acupuncture and manipulation techniques, At-home exercises to promote physical and mental well-being, when and how to use medicine, injections, and surgery Thorough, clear, and backed by scientific evidence, Rethink Chronic Pain is your guide to ending your suffering and reclaiming your health. Book jacket., "At last... a book about chronic pain that covers every aspect of this huge issue. A possible solution for nearly everyone who is suffering." --Christiane Northrup, M.D., New York Times-bestselling author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom. Do you have arthritis, back pain, fibromyalgia, or another form of pain? This foundational book on chronic pain offers a holistic guide to living pain-free, which incorporates traditional medicine and natural solutions such as supplements, reflexology, meditation, cannabis, and more. In Rethink Chronic Pain, medical doctor and proven chronic pain expert, Dr. Gaétan Brouillard, identifies the physical and psychological roots of pain and recommends not one single treatment (as the vast majority of pain books do) but many: he combines osteopathy, hypnotherapy, acupuncture, nutrition, mindfulness, and natural products (including cannabis and CBD) into his tried-and-tested approach, which he has used to heal patients in his own practice. Dr. Brouillard also draws on his years of experience as an emergency room doctor, clinician, and medical researcher to explain scientific breakthroughs in pain treatment and how to use traditional medicine and surgery when necessary. Throughout the book, Dr. Brouillard explores all aspects of pain. He explains the connection between pain and depression and anxiety; the biological and environmental causes of pain; the impact of pain on our finances; the importance of sleep for chronic pain recovery; and the relationship between pain and what we eat. Finally, he shares the benefits of meditation and creative thinking for living a pain-free life. An illustrated Pain Guide covers an abundance of different pain types and their treatment options including: Arthritis and osteoarthritis Fibromyalgia Headaches Neck Pain Scoliosis Herniated discs Carpal tunnel syndrome Sciatica Plantar fasciitis And so much more Readers will come away with new understandings of their pain and different treatment options--as well as renewed confidence for healing chronic pain at its source., At a time when as many as 1 in 5 adults suffer from chronic pain, a medical doctor and proven pain expert offers an original guide to healing and recovery. Rethink Chronic Pain identifies the physical and psychological roots of pain and recommends not one single treatment (as the vast majority of advice does) but many. Dr. Gaetan Brouillard incorporates osteopathy, hypnotherapy, acupuncture, nutrition and natural products (including cannabis and CBD) into his tried-and-tested approach. He draws on years of experience as an emergency room doctor, clinician, and researcher to explain scientific breakthroughs in pain treatment and how to use medicine and surgery when necessary. Readers will come away with new understandings of the body and mind -- and new tools for healing chronic pain at its source., "At last... a book about chronic pain that covers every aspect of this huge issue. A possible solution for nearly everyone who is suffering." --Christiane Northrup, M.D., New York Times -bestselling author Do you have arthritis, back pain, fibromyalgia, or another form of pain? This foundational book on chronic pain offers a holistic guide to living pain-free, which incorporates traditional medicine and natural solutions such as supplements, reflexology, meditation, cannabis, and more. In Rethink Chronic Pain , medical doctor and proven chronic pain expert, Dr. Gaétan Brouillard, identifies the physical and psychological roots of pain and recommends not one single treatment (as the vast majority of pain books do) but many: he combines osteopathy, hypnotherapy, acupuncture, nutrition, mindfulness, and natural products (including cannabis and CBD) into his tried-and-tested approach, which he has used to heal patients in his own practice. Dr. Brouillard also draws on his years of experience as an emergency room doctor, clinician, and medical researcher to explain scientific breakthroughs in pain treatment and how to use traditional medicine and surgery when necessary. Throughout the book, Dr. Brouillard explores all aspects of pain. He explains the connection between pain and depression and anxiety; the biological and environmental causes of pain; the impact of pain on our finances; the importance of sleep for chronic pain recovery; and the relationship between pain and what we eat. Finally, he shares the benefits of meditation and creative thinking for living a pain-free life. An illustrated Pain Guide covers an abundance of different pain types and their treatment options including: Arthritis and osteoarthritis Fibromyalgia Headaches Neck Pain Scoliosis Herniated discs Carpal tunnel syndrome Sciatica Plantar fasciitis And so much more Readers will come away with new understandings of their pain and different treatment options--as well as renewed confidence for healing chronic pain at its source.