Curves, Twists and Bends - A Practical Guide to Pilates for Scoliosis (Paperback)

Written in response to the many requests for a practical and accessible guide to exercise for scoliosis sufferers, Curves, Twists and Bends combines the experience of Annette Wellings, who has major scoliosis, with that of Alan Herdman, the UK's leading Pilates teacher. This clear and concise book explains what scoliosis is, its symptoms, and its physical and psychological impact. It includes a series of Pilates exercises, designed by the authors specifically to promote flexibility, posture and muscle strength in scoliosis sufferers, and also vital information on what exercises to avoid. It offers basic strategies and practical tips for living with the condition, including useful advice on diet, rest, sitting, carrying and how to dress. Written with the full range of scoliosis sufferers in mind, Pilates for Scoliosis emphasises the importance and feasibility of gentle exercise for keeping the body as healthy and flexible as possible. Curves, Twists and Bends: A Practical Guide to Pilates for Scoliosis will be indispensible to individuals with scoliosis and their families as well as to physical therapists, Pilates instructors and other professionals who advise scoliosis patients on exercise and lifestyle options.

General

Imprint:	Singing Dragon
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	September 2009
First published:	September 2009
Authors:	Annette Wellings • Alan Herdman
Dimensions:	246 x 171 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	158
ISBN-13:	978-1-84819-025-2
Categories:	Books > Health, Home & Family > Mind, body & spirit > Alternative therapies, healing & health Books > Health, Home & Family > Family & health > Coping with personal problems > Coping with disability Books > Health, Home & Family > Family & health > Fitness & diet > General Books > Mind, Body & Spirit > Alternative therapies, healing & health
LSN:	1-84819-025-5
Barcode:	9781848190252

Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate? Let us know about it.

Does this product have an incorrect or missing image? Send us a new image.

Is this product missing categories? Add more categories.

Review This Product

No reviews yet - be the first to create one!