Too Young to Feel Old: The Arthritis Doctor's 28-Day Formula for Pain-Free Living

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Nearly 43 million Americans suffer with joint pain, and that pain dominates their lives. But even the oldest among us are far too young to feel this way and, in fact, you dont need to live like this. In Too Young to Feel Old, leading rheumatologist Dr. Richard Blau shows you what you can do to get instant relief. With a straightforward Arthritis Doctors Questionnaire that simulates a visit to a rheumatologists office, you can determine the severity of your condition. From there, you will be able to personalize a 28-day program to help you reduce inflammation, maintain your range of motion, and decrease arthritic pain through one of the newest, most effective approaches known to modern science. The 28-day program provides you with: * A four-week menu plan with nearly 100 delicious recipes that not only reduce common arthritis symptoms but also help you lose weight * Step-by-step illustrations guiding you through simple exercises that reduce joint pain and stiffness, strengthen muscles, and improve flexibility and endurance * A rundown of the latest breakthroughs in arthritis research, common treatments, and little-known alternative therapies * Everything you need to know about sizing up arthritis doctors, from finding the right one to knowing what you should ask to get the information you need Whether you are aching with osteoarthritis or suffering with the inflammation and swelling of rheumatoid arthritis, Too Young to Feel Old can help you break out of a cycle of pain and into a life that is pain free.

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"New Body News"
"An all-inclusive instruction manual for anyone who suffers from any form of arthritis. The book includes all: from helpful hints in activities of daily living, to exercises and a sound nutritional program, as well as supplementation information...Dr. Blau's book is a welcome find for anyone who has or knows anyone dealing with the pain of arthritis. Dr. Blau's voice is kind, his book is user friendly and his exercises easy to understand."

Sherrie Glasser, M.S., P.T., owner and director, Metropolitan Physical & Aquatic Therapy
""Too Young to Feel Old" is the light at the end of the tunnel for people with arthritis. It offers fun and creative ways to modify your lifestyle while easing the aches and pains we all face over the age of 30!"

Author Bio

Richard H. Blau, M.D., F.A.C.R. is the Director of The Arthritis Institute of Long Island and a Founding Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology. He practices in Hicksville, New York. E. A. Tremblay is a freelance writer and editor specializing in health and self-help books. He lives in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.