Exercise Will Hurt You : Concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury, and How the Dangers of Sports and Exercise Can Affect Your Health

Steve Barrer

ISBN 10: 1609805356 / ISBN 13: 9781609805357

Published by Seven Stories Press Nov 2014, 2014

Neuware - A (Philadelphia Magazine) Top Doc s case for moderation in running, cycling, skiing, and other things we do because we think our bodies are invincible. When was it decided that exercise could only be good for you Leading neurosurgeon Dr. Steve Barrer argues based on his extensive career treating exercise-related injuries, a cornucopia of his own personal injuries from exercise over the years, and ample scientific data that we ought to change the way we think about exercise. Instead of succumbing to what Barrer calls "the cult of exercise" that follows the mantra "no pain, no gain," how about some common sense In a clear, friendly, and compelling voice, Barrer surveys exercise and sports that are commonly practiced yoga, soccer, skiing, running and informs the reader knowledgeably and conscientiously about the injuries that can result. We ve come to believe that the body can handle the abuse that comes with these sports, but it can t. Before we get carried away with the culture of excess that has been assigned to exercise, let s remember that exercise is not always good for you, and make sure we don t get the wrong idea from the model that s been set. Seller Inventory # 9781609805357

Synopsis:

In the 21st century, it seems a common belief that the body can handle the abuse that comes with extreme sports, but Dr Steve Barrer argues that this is a mistake. While a culture of exercise exists across the Western world and the idea of "no pain no gain" is preached as gospel, medical concerns can be overlooked. Barrer wants to make sure that young people don't get the wrong idea from the model that's been set: no, your body is not invincible and yes, exercise can truly hurt you.

About the Author:

STEVEN J. BARRER, MD is currently Director of the Neurosciences Institute and Chief of the Division of Neurosurgery at Abington Memorial Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Barrer was named among the "Top Docs" in Philadelphia Magazine from 2009-2012 and has published numerous journal articles and papers on the subject of neurosurgery. Dr. Barrer is involved in educating medical students and residents, holds a position on the clinical faculty of Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, and is frequently invited as a guest speaker for his patient-centered passion, wisdom, and wit.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Exercise Will Hurt You : Concussion, ...
Publisher: Seven Stories Press Nov 2014
Publication Date: 2014
Binding: Buch
Condition: Neu