Nebraska

Golf teacher Jordan Fuller shares his tips on preventing back pain or injury. 

• Even though it doesn't seem like it, golf is a very physically demanding sport.
• Most golf teachers never teach how to properly stretch and avoid future injuries, including chronic back pain.
• Even more important, the right process to cool down is never taught and will lead to back pain days thereafter.
• It's not that hard: simple exercises can put your body in the best position possible to practice golf without injuries.
• PGA golfers all stretch and cool down before and after every game.

To contact Jordan Fuller, email jordan@golfinfluence.com or find him on Facebook.

A short documentary on the man who developed the Alexander Technique:

New York

The New York Times profiled Samamkaya Yoga, which caters to back pain sufferers of all kind. Read it here.

New Jersey, New York, DC

Dr. Timothy McCall offers yoga therapy seminars around the country and the world. These workshops are primarily training workshops for other yoga therapists, but they will have a patient as a case study.

• Why a Writer's Back Hurts and How to Fix It

This easy-to-maneuver luggage system will give your back a break when you're on the road. 

• Bugaboo Boxer

Dr. Vijay Vad on the causes of back pain and a few simple, self-help options to alleviate chronic pain.

Massachusetts

Learn more at http://back2backpt.com

California

Robert “Skip” George, D.C., CCSP, CSCS, PRC has practiced chiropractic in San Diego and La Jolla, CA since 1980. He is one of the handful of chiropractic doctors nationally that integrates chiropractic, rehabilitation and sports performance training. He holds specialties as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Postural Restoration Certified (PRC). In addition, he is trained in Active Release Technique (ART), certified in the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) as well as instructing the FMS to students and doctors.

http://lajollasportandspine.com

Arizona, Hawaii, Utah, Oregon, California

If you are looking for a Western U.S. based physical therapist with the “Orthopedic Clinical Specialty” certification, here’s a good list.

Here’s an excellent, clear-eyed explanation of some of the most important phenomena involved in the experience of chronic pain.

Find certified teachers of the Alexander Technique at the American Society for the Alexander Technique (AmSAT) website: http://www.amsatonline.org

Read Recumbent Bike vs. Upright Bike vs. Elliptical Machine to find out.

For pain relief without pills, read Beth Darnall’s 2014 book, Less Pain, Fewer Pills.

Tai chi and qigong are two practices that show significant benefits in reducing the pain of arthritis.  There’s a huge amount to read on this topic, but the proof is in trying it. It’s very inexpensive, and you can sign up at your local “Y,” community center or hospital.

For more information, check out the links below:

The Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi: 12 Weeks to a Healthy Body, Strong Heart, and Sharp Mind

The Qigong Institute

Florida

Brent Anderson of Polestar Pilates is “a leading authority in performing arts medicine and Pilates-evolved techniques for rehabilitation.” Learn more about Brent Anderson and Polestar Pilates here.

California

If you’re a back pain sufferer who is into Pilates or Gyrotonic, Elizabeth Larkam has some stellar videos for you.

Utah

If you are looking for a PT/Pilates combo, and are lucky enough to live in Salt Lake City, this could be your team.

California

Visit Stanford University's Center for Back Pain for more information.

Minnesota

“For more than 40 years, Mayo Clinic’s Comprehensive Pain Rehabilitation Center in Minnesota has helped people with chronic pain return to an active lifestyle. Mayo Clinic’s pain rehabilitation program was one of the first in the world.” Learn more about the center here.

There are several programs offered at the Pain Rehabilitation Center in Minnesota, including the three-week program designed to teach “pain management skills and techniques for physical reconditioning” for adults with chronic pain. Learn more about the three-week program here.