Synopsis
Want to recover and heal faster from surgery? Are you facing back surgery, knee surgery, hip replacement, cosmetic plastic surgery, hysterectomy or other kind of surgery? Want to reduce pain, swelling and downtime? This book is a must read. This 2014-2015 clinically-researched guide covers every aspect of preparing and recovering faster from surgery naturally with less pain and swelling. *Learn effective natural pain control that can assist you in weaning off pain medication sooner; *Understand which foods and supplements NOT to consume before surgery; *Learn how to reduce scarring; *Learn the Recover Quickly Diet & nutritional supplementation clinically shown to shorten recovery time, reduce pain and swelling; *Learn how to reduce risks of infection and complications by enhancing your immune system prior to your surgery; *key questions for your surgeon, essential items to bring to the hospital; *How to detoxify from anesthesia; *Learn meditative exercises research shows will relax you before and after surgery; *Manage the stress and emotions around surgery and much more. Ultimately, this book will assist you in living a healthier life after surgery. Dr. Girard, a chiropractor for nearly thirty years, has successfully counseled hundreds of patients to prepare for surgery by adhering to a specific diet and nutritional protocols that can decrease swelling, pain and recovery time. Dr. Girard’s key guide to surgical preparation is supported by a vast amount of recent clinical research supporting the effectiveness of many of these specific, natural protocols. A quick, informative and easy read, this guide can make your life easier.
About the Author
Dr. Valerie Girard, a chiropractor for nearly thirty years, has successfully counseled hundreds of patients to prepare for surgery by adhering to a specific diet and nutritional protocols that can decrease swelling, pain and recovery time. Dr. Girard completed her Doctor of Chiropractic in 1982. She established a family practice in Santa Barbara, California where over the last 30 years, she has developed and utilized a wide variety of complementary medicine protocols. During this time, she also taught complementary medicine courses to other health practitioners both locally and nationally. She has lectured at health symposiums as well as taught at Los Angeles College of Chiropractic and the Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine. In addition, while writing Recover Quickly from Surgery, she has authored over 300 articles on both health and energetic medicine, which she shares with an international audience. Co-Author Michelle K. Gysan has over twenty years of marketing and entrepreneurial experience, co-author Michelle K. Gysan enjoys developing new companies that provide unique solutions for clients in various industries. With expertise in internet marketing and business development, she enjoyed researching, co-writing and launching this important guide with Dr. Girard to help patients navigate more easily through their surgical recovery.
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