Overcoming Arthritis: How to Relieve Pain and Restore Mobility Through a Unique Tai Chi Program

Lam, Paul,Horstman, Judith

ISBN 10: 0789484315 / ISBN 13: 9780789484314

Published by DK, 2002

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Overcoming Arthritis: How to Relieve Pain and Restore Mobility Through a Unique Tai Chi Program
• Publisher: DK
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0789484315
• ISBN 13: 9780789484314
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

A unique plan that shows you how to relive arthritis pain and restore your mobility. After being diagnosed with osteoarthritis and bringing his symptoms under control through tai chi, Dr. Paul Lam created a complete program to help others lead a more active, pain-free life. Used to treat arthritis in China, tai chi helps open up joint movement and increase muscle strength. Explaining how to use a simple-to-follow 12-step program to relieve symptoms of pain and stiffness, Overcoming Arthritis is an essential reference for anyone with arthritis who is interested in enjoying a better quality of life. Clear, full-color photographs walk you through each movement. Exercises can be adapted for people in wheelchairs or for those with limited mobility.

About the Author

Dr. Paul Lam began suffering from arthritis in his twenties, and was determined to learn tai chi as a way of treating it. He studied at Beijing University of Physical Education and later founded the Better Health Tai Chi Academy. He has taught worldwide and his internationally known, Tai Chi for Arthritis classes, are in high demand.