Backache, stress, and tension: Their cause, prevention, and treatment [Hardcover] KRAUS, Hans

Description

Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-preserved copy of “Backache, Stress, and Tension” by Hans Kraus offers a fascinating glimpse into the pioneering work of a physician who revolutionized the treatment of chronic back pain. Published in the mid-20th century, this volume reflects Kraus’s groundbreaking approach to addressing the root causes of back issues through exercise and lifestyle changes, rather than relying solely on medication or surgery. Kraus’s innovative methods, which emphasized strengthening the core muscles and improving posture, were initially met with skepticism but eventually gained widespread acceptance and influenced generations of physical therapists and orthopedists. For collectors and readers interested in the history of medicine and the evolution of holistic approaches to health, this book provides valuable insights into a pivotal figure whose impact continues to resonate today. Despite its age and lack of a dust jacket, the sturdy binding and clean pages make this an excellent reading copy for those seeking to explore Kraus’s pioneering work.