Injuries Books

Mrs. Montgomery has written an amazing story of survival and courage. With her clear and concise writing style, she has let the strength of the story be her guide - the author tells the story of Scott Remington's horrific accident with a simple clarity that is most impressive - she brings us into the homes of the Remington family and friends and gives us a glimpse of what they all endured after the accident.

Where many authors will throw extraneous adjectives and superlatives at each character or event, Mrs. Montgmery possesses the writing discipline to let Scott Remington's story stand on it's own merits - Well Done !

I look forward to her next book !

Amy Montgomery really brings to life both the suffering and humanity of Scott Remington without ever stooping to pity or cliché as is so often found in these books. The "heart" of Scott's parents, children, and friends, as well as the heartbreak and confusion of his wife are brought to life in a clear and precise voice. The graphic description of Scott's medical condition and therapies balanced against the journal entries kept by his parents and friends bring a real humanity to his story.

The author has put forth a great first effort and created a book well worth reading. I am an avid reader of all different genres, but I will keep an eye out for Amy's sophomore effort.

I was absolutely wrapped in the story. I felt as though I was there with Scott and his loving family and friends. What a wonderful writer.

Amy Montgomery does a great job of capturing the experience of Scott Remington, a logger who suffered a life-changing accident. Close to death, Remington's family and friends immediately form a tight circle of support for him which has only strengthened since the accident. Montgomery provides an intimate look at the physical and emotional challenges faced by Remington and his family.

The writing style is comfortable and enables the reader to quickly identify with all of the people in the book. After a few chapters, the book no longer is about an accident. It is about Remington's character, his capacity to change and his willingness to do so. More importantly, as we see parts of ourselves in the people around him, it is about the ability we all have to become better.

Buy one for you and one for a friend.

I have given this book to many people who are going through a health crisis. It speaks universally to the families of loved ones who are going through any sort of chronic illness. If you happen to be a family afflicted by Long QT syndrome, it makes the scientific knowledge of this genetic heart condition easily understood. I have also given this book to my children's teachers and the parents of their friends so that the diagnosis and treatment and day-to-day problems will be more readily understood and not seem as frightening to the adults who are in daily contact with my children.

I have given this book to many people who are going through a health crisis. It speaks universally to the families of loved ones who are going through any sort of chronic illness. If you happen to be a family afflicted by Long QT syndrome, it makes the scientific knowledge of this genetic heart condition easily understood. I have also given this book to my children's teachers and the parents of their friends so that the diagnosis and treatment and day-to-day problems will be more readily understood and not seem as frightening to the adults who are in daily contact with my children.

I have given this book to many people who are going through a health crisis. It speaks universally to the families of loved ones who are going through any sort of chronic illness. If you happen to be a family afflicted by Long QT syndrome, it makes the scientific knowledge of this genetic heart condition easily understood. I have also given this book to my children's teachers and the parents of their friends so that the diagnosis and treatment and day-to-day problems will be more readily understood and not seem as frightening to the adults who are in daily contact with my children.

I have given this book to many people who are going through a health crisis. It speaks universally to the families of loved ones who are going through any sort of chronic illness. If you happen to be a family afflicted by Long QT syndrome, it makes the scientific knowledge of this genetic heart condition easily understood. I have also given this book to my children's teachers and the parents of their friends so that the diagnosis and treatment and day-to-day problems will be more readily understood and not seem as frightening to the adults who are in daily contact with my children.

This is a powerful book that far transcends medical issues. Although it provides keen insight into recovering from a major medical catastrophe, anyone that reads it cannot help but think about "what if" and how quickly a person's life can be turned upside down. It is a thought-proving book that is appropriate for anyone that is too comfortable with their life and that takes things for granted - which is almost everyone in America.

Matt delivers a book that grabs you with drama, comedy, tragedy, and mystery--but it's all true. I recommend it to anyone interested in the three most important things in life: family, faith and personal growth.

Craig Walsh, Writing Professor, Vanguard University

It's a fact...we are more fragile creatures than we care to admit. It is also a fact that we have FAR less control over our own lives than we care to admit. When you read Matt Stepien's fascinating book, Life After Near Death, you will find yourself confronting those two facts over and over and, in the process, will view your own life differently. Matt's book is an engaging read; I became so engrossed in his story that I nearly read it in one sitting. The events as they unfold, the real-life uncertainties and the remarkable successes of acute rehab care are all gripping components accurately and clearly described with an engineer's analytical voice. However, Matt's sly wit and dry humor made me smile as I read and helped to offset the gravity of some of the situations described. When all is said and done, the support of family and the sustaining strength of hope and faith are the elements that give the book its redemptive payoff. If you take the time to read this book, not only will it enlighten and enrich your life but it will give you an added dimension of empathy for anyone you encounter from this point forward who is struggling to recover from an illness or injury. Read about a miracle....read this book!

This book is truly amazing and remarkable. Definitely a must read. Once you start reading, you won't want to put it down.

Make sure to get the newer (2001) version of this text. Amazon will be more than happy to send you a "new" earlier edition (1999) if you aren't careful. Unfortunately, the 1999 cover of "Living with Stroke" is of very low contrast, and thus difficult to read. So, older folks or people with low vision may be a bit put off by the cover. (But don't let this scare you away. The text within is large and readable.) The newer version may very well contain more up-to-date info.

In response to a family emergency, I ordered four books on stoke recovery. Two had been recommended to me as being helpful for lay people: (1) "Living With Stroke: A Guide For Families" (Senelick, Rossi & Dougherty, 1999) and (2) "Stoke and the Family: A New Guide" (Stein, 2004). I ordered these for my family members (and myself). Two more were written at a much more scholarly, technical level for clinicans: (3) "Recovery after Stroke" (Barnes, Dobkin, & Bogousslavsky, Eds, 2005), and (4) "Stroke Rehabilitation: A Function-Based Approach" (Gillen & Burkhardt, Eds, 2004).

Each of these books has much to recommend it. I hope to write reviews of all four later. I can see why the first two are standouts, and have been helpful to so many people. They are well-written, concise books with plenty of important information. They will help you quickly become an educated consumer of medical care. (They won't always familiarize you with medical controversies and choices, but they do a remarkable job of capturing the key issues. Controversies include the use of anti-seizure meds, and the use of statins for cholesterol reduction, especially in women.).

This book describes the various physical manifestation of stroke (e.g., left vs right hemisphere), types of stroke (e.g., thrombotic, embolic, hemorrhagic, lacunar), diagnosis, pharmacological treatments, risk factors, and the basic rehabilitation spectrum--from physical therapy and activities of daily living to impact of stroke on daily life. The book offers creative ideas for navigating each of the key components. I especially liked the fact that the book does a nice job of covering psychological issues. I'm not talking about old-school psychoanalysis here. I'm talking about things like behavioral, cognitive, and family systems approaches to psychological health. There are plenty of tools provided for dealing with cognitive distortion, pessimism, etc. The book is concerned with the health of the patient AND the health of family and friends.

I believe that many people will be able to complete the book in a night or two. That's important when time is of the essence and you are trying to educate yourself quickly.

If you are a family member and or a caretaker: This is the book to bring with you to the hospital waiting room. You are likely to be waiting for long periods between visits with doctors and nurses, and you'll have many questions. You'll learn much more detailed general information from this book than the 10 minutes you spend consulting with the doc. What this book doesn't explain is how to deal with hospital staff who are busy and not always concerned with communicating with family members. But it provides plenty more. You can use this book to educate other family members and friends who might not be as thorough and bookish as you, and win them over to a sensible and realistic agenda.

If you are a professional, you may find this book helpful, for a variety of reasons. First off, you might consider recommending this book, or the book by Stein, to your patients. Moreover, you might use the language in these books to explain situations and decisions to patients and their families. The authors have taken care to discuss emotionally and cognitively complex material in a sensible and clear manner.

Recently, my 31 year old, pregnant sister had an emergency c-section and then had complications that resulted in her suffering TWO strokes. Doctors would not tell us anything, no one could even tell us what they thought would happen with her. Luckily I found this book. This is a primer for strokes -- it gives everything from a lesson on how the brain works to how a rehabilitation program is put together, to how to cope emotionally as a caregiver. It is a quick read, chock full of substantial information, clear and well-written. You don't have to read straight through: it is well indexed and has a clear table of contents so you can get to the information you need most quickly. The most valuable part of the book is the glossary of terms that helps you navigate the medical-speak you are going to hear. Start with this book and you'll be equipped with solid information and understanding. This book was a godsend in a time of crisis.

As a stroke survivor, I can honestly say that this is the one to own. It explains your stroke to both you and your family in laymen's terms, yet never speaks down to you or leaves you feeling hopeless. A must for the stroke survivor and his/her family.

this book has been fantastic for helping families and other caregivers of individuals who have suffered a stroke! this book hadn't been written back when my own father suffered his strokes. i really wish that it had been - it would have been of immense help to my own family. now, i am fortunate to be able to recommend it and lend it to families, who all find it to be well written, easy to read and understand, and full of helpful and practical advice in dealing with our loved one, protecting them, and helping us to communicate more clearly and cope more effectively. an excellent contribution to the field!

This is a wonderful book for anyone looking to re-gain movement and health. In addition to the helpful content, it is also a beautiful book full of color and interesting photos and illustrations. Keep it in a prominent place in your reference library. Better yet, put it in your gym bag!

The basic idea in this book is one well worth considering and putting into practice every moment of the day: think about your posture. But the difference between this book and others with the same message is that the message is NOT the same! It really is a new way of thinking about how you move. I was and still am impressed.

A very beautifully produced book too. If you have back, leg, knee injuries or pain, this book could really be the start of a new life. I first heard about this practitioner's ideas on FoxNews and bought the book as a result. I was not disappointed. I suppose if I had to be critical of the book I would say there is a bit of filler, but the message has to be gotten across and the author certainly knows her stuff. It's already altered the way I walk down the street!

I have suffered from lower-back pain for years, and more recently shoulder pain -- just the result of living a sendentary life at a computer screen for 20-something years. Traditional physical therapy has always let me down. In fact, there have been times I've actually felt it hurt. That's why I'm so lucky to have stumbled across this book. Finally, here is a way of using your body that makes sense! Lisa Ann McCall explains how we've lost touch with the way our bodies were meant to work -- and she gives you a simple, common-sense approach to getting back to healthy, pain-free movement. Her exercises are deceptively simple, and easy to do. No huffing, puffing or straining. The instructions are easy to follow, and the accompanying photos help, as well. I've been spending a few minutes a day over the past few weeks doing the various exercises, and I can't begin to express how much better I feel. How can this approach not be what all physical therapists will be doing in another 20 years?

Until I started using Lisa Ann's excercises, I had knee pains, but her unique stretches relieved my pain while making me stronger.

This book is excellent for the novice and review for medical professional for medical problems at home, outdoors or on vacation. Sports injuries,snake bites and other first aid issues, this book covers it.

This book is excellent for the novice and review for medical professional for medical problems at home, outdoors or on vacation.

Sports injuries,snake bites and other first aid issues, this book covers it.

This book is excellent for the novice and review for medical professional for medical problems at home, outdoors or on vacation.

Sports injuries,snake bites and other first aid issues, this book covers it.

This is very useful for both novice and great review for professionals in medicine.

Good for outdoors but also at home when medical problems arise. Snakes bites, stomach ailments and much more. Descriptive in plain english and illustrated very well.

If you've been looking for a book search no further because Over & Out a realistic fiction book by Melissa Morgan is the book for you. Over & Out, a book in the Camp Confidential series is a book about Jenna Bloom. Jenna is Camp Lakeview's best prankster. Her favorite camp event is color war, but only if Jenna behaves will she be allowed to compete in it this year. Jenna has been very good this year until Dr.Steve's snobby nephew joins camp at the end of this summer. Everything changes. Will Jenna compete in color war this year? If you like books about a sneaky girl, this is the book for you.

this book is the best and so is CAMP CONFIDENTIAL!!! I just finished winter games and now i am reading a fair to remeber. i cant wait for hide and shriek !! that one looks soooo good!! i am a camp confidential fanatic!!! i love camp confidential

This book was purchased for a 12yr old girl who had started the series and was enjoying it. She was very happy to see all the new books she received for Christmas.

I love Camp Confidential! This one is about Jenna who loves to pull pranks. She promised she would not pull any more but once she meets a big prankster she gets the best prank idea to pull on the Color War: Operation Drowned Rat. But she's afraid she'll lose her friends' trust for her though, so she throws it away. Meanwhile, she has a broken leg and has to just coach her Color War team. This makes sports superstar Jenna so mad!
Anyway just read it! I also hope that this gives you an idea of what the next book is about for the other members of the non-existing Camp Confidential Fan Club!!

I frequently referred to this book in our company library. Now that I'm retired I bought my own copy. I looked at several books on the topic and found nothing and good at explaining how our bodies work. I've saved myself a lot of medical fees over the years.

I have had this book for over 20 years. It is a great reference covering just about every part of the body. Any muscle or joint aches and pains, this book tells you what causes it and how to fix it.

Great analysis of cause and practical approach to cure. Especially good with joint issues. Thanks Dr. Garrick, your efforts have limited my pain and time in recovery! You should be everyone's first responder to sports injury...another edition??

This is the best book on athletic injuries I've used. It's old, but the sound advice hasn't been improved upon. I had a chronic hamstring injury when I got the book (back in '86) and for the first time in years I was able to rehab it completely and compete pain free. I've since referred to it for advice on knees and shoulders. Most recently I had an early stress fracture only a few weeks before an important competition. Following Garrick's guidlines, I was able to recover completely before the event. Garrick understands an athlete's need to stay active and take positive action to recover from an injury and tells you exactly how to do this. He also realizes that an injury that is "cured" by rest and cessation of the activity most often returns when the activity is resumed unless active rehab has been performed.
Highly recommended. The only reason I gave it four stars rather than five is it's brevity. I wish he would write a much longer and more detailed reference.

Sometimes engaging, sometimes sappy, this one-man account of golf in Scotland was a fun read for me - a golfer with enough experience in life and the game to empathize with Greig's introspection.

Although I didn't always agree with his conclusions, his insights into the emotions we and others carry around the track with our golf bags were amusing and enjoyable.

If you love golf and have played long enough to appreciate that it is truly more than a game, you will probably enjoy this book. It sometimes goes too far into the personal feelings of the author and presumes a universal empathy that probably isn't there, but he is usually forgiven in the next paragraph. At times, Greig's prose is truly moving, but I suspect it will annoy others.

If you are interested in the "heart of Scottish golf", perhaps you should look at other sources. This is a personal account and study of one man's psychological musings about his life, in and out of golf.

Andrew has written a true gem here. His insightful, caring, and expansive thoughts lead the reader through some great golf courses, truly endearing characters and one person's journey from the edge of death to a fully lived life.

I came away with an appreciation for more than just the game of golf, but the people and their stories entwined in the day to day activities of citizens of a country where golf is more than a game, but truly woven into the fabric of society.

Andrew's descriptions of the people and the places leaves the reader with the sense that they have met these people and played a round of golf with them.

A really good book!

"Preferred Lies", like a once-in-a-lifetime round of golf on a special golf course, is something one savors as you move through it. Andrew's wit, insight, depth, humor, and choice of words delight the reader with their imagination and intention. It is an honest book - and therefore one that was easy to relate to and come away with impressions and thoughts that shall last. This is a work of art that comes not only from Andrew's creative and entertaining spirit, but from his heart. That is the highest recommendation that I think one can give for any endeavor.

You need not be a golfer to appreciate this book. The sub-title is misleading, for Scottish golf is not the subject of the book, but rather its backdrop. The book is much more about Greig himself - his life, friends and family. Greig used this book as an excuse to evaluate his life after a near-death experience. Golf? Golf is the glue which holds the story together. Golf is a constant both in Greig's life and in the lives of Scots in general; it counts time as Greig journeys both back in time and into the future.

As Greig plays the various golf courses on his way to recovery, an incredible array of characters join him for 18 here, 12 there (yes, 12 holes - hey, it's Scotland). It is amazing how Greig is able to sketch these people so quickly - their appearance, their background, and their character. Through these people, Greig makes observations about himself, his country and our world. And yes, he comments quite a lot about golf.

Greig's style is refreshing; his prose is direct and honest, yet at times it has on a nearly stream-of-consciousness feel. Not in a bad, unstructured way, but in an "in the moment" way. Throughout the work, his poet's eye for detail and use of imagery makes this book one of the best written works I've read in several years.

Yes, a working knowledge of golf is helpful when picking up the book, but anyone can enjoy it.

I am Caroline, My story starts the book on page 3. I am happy to see that this book continues to help people and continues to be used as a resource for Burn Survivors. Remember, One Day at A Time. . .you can do it!!! Wishing you continued success in your recoveries! Caroline

I found this book to be a great resource for information on Burns and Recovery.

Fantastic book. I rec'd a 3rd degree burn and found this book a great resource. After the injury I had no idea what to expect or what to base health care decisions on. This book explains the healing process, skin grafting, burn garmets and much more. I felt I could make much more informed decisions after reading this book.

This book, is definitley rated a five star in most burn survivors views, there simply is no better guide anywhere, at least that I personally know of, and I have searched. Congratulaaation, thank you, you are fantastic,and an asset. SEVERE BURNS, should be a requirement that every burn survivor should be in reciept of.