The Rider’s Pain-Free Back
Overcome Chronic Soreness, Injury, and Aging, and Stay in the Saddle for Years to Come
James Warson, MD with Ami Hendrickson
Over 90 percent of the US population seeks help for back pain at one point or another during the course of their life. If you’re a horseperson, back pain is of particular concern as it not only robs you of the joys of riding—it threatens your livelihood, as well. From grooming and tacking up, to performing a flawless reining pattern or jumping a clean round, to stacking hay bales or pushing a wheelbarrow, everything we do on and around horses demands a supple, strong, healthy back.
Now, in his unique, easygoing style, Dr. Jim Warson—a neurosurgeon who also happens to be a lifelong horseman—provides all the practical information you need to understand the diagnosis and treatment of back pain—whether caused by equestrian pursuits, outside activities, illness, or heredity. More importantly, he shows readers how to prevent back problems before they have a chance to unseat you. This book includes:
•“Normal” back biology and function
•Congenital conditions, trauma, arthritis, and infection
•Understanding symptoms and pinpointing problem areas
•Tack’s impact on the physics of riding
•How your horse’s conformation can affect your body
•Traditional and alternative treatments and therapies
•Techniques for saddling and mounting without stress
•Recommendations for pregnant riders
In addition, Dr. Warson provides a section specifically geared toward improving rider flexibility and strength. You’ll find step-by-step instructions and photo series for 10 stretches and 8 exercises for a healthy, stress-free back, allowing you to not only enjoy your riding but all your day-to-day activities, whatever they may be.
DR. JIM WARSON (ret), began neurosurgery practice in Lexington, Kentucky in 1974. He relocated to Fort Collins, Colorado, where he founded Front Range Brain and Spine Surgery in 1978. He devoted the majority of his practice to spine surgery (performing over 5,000 procedures during his career) and equine-related spinal injuries were Dr. Warson’s field of expertise. In 1984, Dr. Warson established J & J Farms, where he bred, trained, exhibited, and sold multiple Grand National and World Champion Morgan horses. In 2003, J & J Farms transferred to its current location in Kamuela, Hawaii. AMI HENDRICKSON is an author and screenwriter in Southwestern Michigan.
"Practical information & exercises show riders
how to prevent back problems before they have a chance to unseat you."—Gaitpost
184 pp • 8 ½ x 9 • 132 color and 15 b/w photos, 12 color illustrations • 978 1 57076 371 7
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