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In Cannabis Pharmacy, expert Michael Backes offers evidence-based information on using cannabis to treat an array of ailments and conditions. He provides information on how cannabis works with the body's own system, how best to prepare and administer it, and how to modify and control dosage. This newly revised edition is now completely up to date with the latest information on the body's encannabinoid system, which is now understood to control emotion, appetite, and memory, plus much more.

Susan S. Scott is an experienced psychotherapist who, due to a back injury, was forced to abandon her therapist's couch and walk for therapy. Through her extended strolls through nature, she discovered the ingenious ability of trees to grow around obstacles and, in essence, heal themselves. The result of Dr. Scott's musings is Healing with Nature. This collection of stories and photos describes a different aspect of the healing process.

As we grow older, we naturally start losing muscle mass every year. Even if you don’t feel anything now, eventually you’ll wake up one day and be surprised that you’re struggling just to get up from your chair or are simply not as strong as you used to be. Over time, problems with your physical health can take a toll on your mental well-being and discourage you entirely from taking necessary steps toward a healthier and more youthful lifestyle.

Today we have the knowledge, understanding, and technology to predictably relieve pain and neurological deficits like never before—yet many patients are still getting subpar care. Foundational knowledge of surgical spine care isn't spreading to the medical community, let alone to patients, whose quality of life hangs in the balance. With The Back Story on Spine Care, orthopedic specialist Dr. Drew Bednar presents case studies that illuminate the common issues plaguing patients—and their treatment—today.

Every day, there are thousands of people suffering from pain. Pain that in many cases is debilitating. With over 40 percent of Americans suffering from ongoing pain, a loss of an estimated $300 billion annually in lost productivity, and with an estimated two million people currently addicted to opioid pain medication, our current model in the treatment of pain can reasonably be considered broken.

Written by a leading neuroscientist, Splitting tells the fascinating true story about headaches and the secrets they reveal about your brain and overall health. From migraines to sinus pain to tension headaches - and everything in between - Splitting separates fact from fiction, putting you in control and helping you practise habits that will protect you from headache.

DMSO is a natural miracle solvent used for the treatment of so many ailments. DMSO is an acronym for Dimethyl Sulfoxide and it is a 100 percent natural solvent that every tree has. The substance is mainly extracted by the paper industry. While sulfur formation in DMSO makes it a great alternative for collagen building.

CBD oil, or cannabidiol oil, is an extract made from the hemp plant, which is a member of the cannabis family. Many of the stigmas surrounding cannabis oil come from a misunderstanding about the classification of the plant. Yes, cannabis does produce marijuana buds. No, this does not mean that CBD oil will get you high. In fact, CBD oil does not contain enough THC to get you high. THC is the psychoactive component found in marijuana. CBD oil offers only the medicinal benefits.

A groundbreaking revolution in using posture to manage stress, tension, and negative behavior in one simple manual. The methods reflect cutting edge research in behavioral techniques and ancient insights into the best and most natural ways to release stress and transform your posture, attitude, and perception.

Fadel Zeidan, research director of the University of California, San Diego Center for Mindfulness, is an expert on the neural mechanisms that support mindfulness- and meditation-based pain relief. In his Audible Original, Mindfulness for Pain Relief, he shows you how mindfulness meditation—even for short periods of time—can bring your experience of pain under control.

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.

From the doctors at Mayo Clinic, the top-ranked hospital in the US, this book is a complete guide to understanding and living with arthritis. Find the latest expertise on various forms of arthritis, medications, and other treatment options, and self care to successfully manage joint pain and continue an active life.

Are you tired of living with constant back pain? In "Back Pain Sucks," discover a comprehensive guide that transforms the daunting task of managing and eliminating back pain into an achievable reality. This essential handbook delves into scientifically proven techniques and holistic remedies designed to provide lasting relief for people of all ages. From practical exercises and posture adjustments to dietary tips and stress reduction methods, each chapter offers actionable solutions tailored to your unique needs.

Discover the ancient secrets of witchcraft and transform your struggle with chronic pain into a journey of growth and freedom. Do you feel trapped in a never-ending cycle of chronic pain? Witchcraft, often misunderstood, is a practice rich in tradition and insight. It's more than spells and rituals; it's a holistic approach that embraces the energies of the Earth to foster connection, understanding, and well-being.

A true scientific pause-resister that traces a remarkable scientific breakthrough (the isolation of endorphins in the brain) as dedicated scientists race - not only with their fellow scientists - but against time and the profit hungry giant pharmaceutical companies. This audiobook chronicles the fascinating discovery of endorphins, the body's natural painkiller.

Pain is complicated. But most of the time, the way we treat pain is superficial - we seek out states of perfect painlessness by avoiding it at all costs, or suppressing it, usually with drugs. This has left us hurting all the more. Through in-depth interviews, investigation into the history of pain and original research, Ouch! paints a new picture of pain as a complex and multi-layered phenomenon.

If you are listening to this, it’s likely that you are suffering from chronic, even debilitating pain. Or someone you love is suffering. In either case, you want to find a solution, a way to stop the pain so that life can return to normal. You want to play catch with your grandchild again. Or be able to lift your child into your arms and hug them close. Or play tennis. Or go for a bike ride with your family, go sailing, paint those canvases, play the piano, walk from your house to the car without pain.

Navigating Life with Chronic Pain provides accessible, comprehensive, and up-to-date information about the challenges patients, family, and caregivers face when confronted by chronic pain.

If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you! A recent CDC study found that less than one in four people get enough exercise. This is a very significant stat as physical exercise is hugely important in maintaining both physical and mental well-being. Without exercise, as we age we experience energy loss, stiffness, aches, and general weakness. These can be worsened if other medical issues come in to play, such as osteoporosis or arthritis. Combined, this can lead to loss of independence and a reduced quality of life.

Many people live with chronic pain. For some, it's an occasional inconvenience but, for others, it's a huge burden, with a very serious effect on their day to day lives. In Coping with Chronic Pain, Dr Ilan Lieberman explains the current scientific understanding of what chronic pain is, how many different types of chronic pain there are, what causes it and why certain people suffer with chronic pain but others don't.