Authors: David S. Silver, Jerry Buss
ISBN-13: 9780071402248, ISBN-10: 0071402241
Format: Paperback
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies, The
Date Published: February 2003
Edition: (Non-applicable)
"Playing Through Arthritis is a great book because it keeps you moving to help you feel your very best."
Denise Austin, host of "Fit and Lite" on Lifetime and bestselling fitness author
"Dr. Silver clears up misconceptions about arthritis and chronic pain and guides the reader toward mastery, activity, and superior quality of life. A must-read for anyone grappling with the challenges of arthritis."
Jonathan Kellerman, Ph.D., novelist and clinical professor, USC School of Medicine
"For those of us who embrace life joyfully, developing arthritis can be a devastating experience. In Dr. Silver's book, we can find the path to health."
Martha I. Lara, Mexican Ambassador to the United States
Osteoarthritis, by far the most common type of arthritis, can affect any joint in the body, causing pain, stiffness, enlargement of joints, and swelling. Over half the people afflicted with this ailment don't seek medical treatment because they believe the pain is inevitable. However, contrary to popular belief, you can overcome effects of arthritis and stay involved in the activities you love.
In Playing Through Arthritis, David Silver, M.D., offers you his comprehensive lifestyle plan to help you work through and combat arthritis. He shows you how to
The battle against arthritis is far from hopeless. Discover how you can conquer pain and stiffness and live a fulfilling and active life!
Foreword | ix | |
Acknowledgments | xi | |
Before You Begin | xiii | |
Introduction | 1 | |
The First Quarter | Exercise | 13 |
How Does Exercise Prevent and Treat Osteoarthritis? | 14 | |
Joint Flexibility and Range of Motion | 17 | |
Lower Back | 18 | |
Knees and Hips | 24 | |
Ankles and Feet | 29 | |
Neck | 30 | |
Upper Back and Shoulders | 34 | |
Elbows | 39 | |
Wrists, Hands, and Fingers | 39 | |
Muscle Strength and Endurance | 41 | |
Lower Back | 41 | |
Knees | 45 | |
Hips | 50 | |
Ankles and Feet | 51 | |
Neck, Upper Back, and Shoulders | 53 | |
Elbows | 56 | |
Wrists, Hands, and Fingers | 57 | |
Aerobic Exercise | 59 | |
Walking | 61 | |
Bicycling | 62 | |
Yoga and Tai Chi | 63 | |
Swimming | 64 | |
Other Aerobic Exercises | 64 | |
Warm Water Exercises | 65 | |
The Final Play | 68 | |
The Second Quarter | Nutrition and Vitamins | 69 |
Ideal Body Weight and Arthritis | 70 | |
Are There Foods or Vitamins That May Help Prevent or Treat Arthritis? | 73 | |
Whole Foods Versus Refined Foods | 73 | |
Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 74 | |
Nightshade Foods | 75 | |
Bioflavonoids | 75 | |
Antioxidants | 76 | |
Vitamin A and Beta-Carotene | 77 | |
The B Vitamins | 77 | |
Vitamin C | 78 | |
Vitamin D | 78 | |
Vitamin E and Selenium | 79 | |
Boron | 79 | |
Zinc | 80 | |
How Much of These Vitamins and Minerals Should I Take? | 80 | |
The Model Arthritis Diet | 81 | |
Halftime Pep Talk: Coping with Stress and Depression | 85 | |
Recognizing the Signs and Triggers of Stress | 87 | |
Depression | 91 | |
The Third Quarter | Traditional Therapies | 95 |
Acetaminophen | 96 | |
Topical Creams | 97 | |
Injections | 99 | |
Pain Medications | 101 | |
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs | 102 | |
COX-2 Inhibitors | 105 | |
Diacerein | 108 | |
Metalloproteinase Inhibitors | 108 | |
Tetracyclines | 109 | |
Heat and Cold | 109 | |
Bracing | 110 | |
Liquid Cartilage | 111 | |
Surgery | 111 | |
Is the Cure on the Horizon? | 112 | |
How Does All of This Fit into Your Strategy? | 113 | |
The Fourth Quarter | Alternative Therapies | 115 |
General Guidelines | 117 | |
Glucosamine and Chondroitin | 119 | |
MSM, SAM-e, DMSO, and Other Sulfur Compounds | 122 | |
Cetyl Myristoleate | 124 | |
Emu Oil | 125 | |
Other Herbal and Dietary Remedies | 125 | |
Turmeric (Curcumin) | 126 | |
Boswellia | 126 | |
Ginger | 127 | |
Bromelain | 128 | |
Cartilage and Collagen | 129 | |
Acupuncture | 130 | |
Magnet Therapy | 131 | |
Massage, Rolfing, and Feldencritz | 132 | |
Manipulation and Other Manual Techniques | 133 | |
Homeopathy | 134 | |
Working Overtime: Your Personalized Arthritis Strategy | 137 | |
Step 1 | Set Your Goals | 138 |
Step 2 | Make Time | 139 |
Step 3 | Right Out What to Incorporate into Your Strategy | 141 |
Step 4 | Choose Exercises to Meet Your Goals | 142 |
Walking and Jogging | 143 | |
Hiking | 144 | |
Golf | 144 | |
Tennis | 147 | |
Basketball | 150 | |
Softball and Baseball | 152 | |
Soccer | 154 | |
Skiing (and Snowboarding) | 155 | |
Football | 159 | |
Volleyball | 160 | |
Bicycling | 161 | |
In-Line Skating | 162 | |
Aerobics | 162 | |
Swimming | 164 | |
Bowling | 165 | |
Other Sports | 165 | |
Sex and Arthritis | 165 | |
Step 5 | Choose the Right Medication | 166 |
Step 6 | Find the Right Doctor | 167 |
Rheumatologists | 167 | |
Orthopedic Surgeons | 168 | |
Physiatrists | 168 | |
Internists | 168 | |
Family Practitioners | 169 | |
Step 7 | Put It All Together | 169 |
Final Thoughts | 171 | |
Bibliography | 173 | |
Index | 181 |