Washington
Dr. David Hanscom's book, Back in Control: A Surgeon’s Roadmap Out of Chronic Pain, explores how a turbocharged central nervous system contributes to chronic pain. Dr. Hanscom himself suffered from chronic pain and chronicles his own recovering in the book too.
Wisconsin
You'll find Emily Teetzen at the Shawano location of Advanced Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine in Wisconsin.
https://www.advancedptsm.com
California
This San Diego facility uses MedX as an integral part of their spinal rehabilitation program. Check out their website here for more information.
Nebraska
Golf teacher Jordan Fuller shares his tips on preventing back pain or injury.
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.
This easy-to-maneuver luggage system will give your back a break when you're on the road.
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.
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:
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.