Unwinding Pain

Unwinding Pain is a remarkable story of a woman who suffered from severe total body pain for over 30 years. She has not only been free from pain since 2015, but she is also thriving and actively helping others. Her book not only tells her inspiring story but offers viable solutions. Your body knows how to heal! -David Hanscom, MD, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon and Author of Back in Control and Do You Really Need Spine Surgery? Bonnie's book is wonderful. Using her personal healing journey, she unwinds pain step by step, using the 6 pillars of lifestyle medicine and adding her personal touch and twist. Bonnie's methods for self-care are simple, easy to follow, and actually appealing! When applied consistently, they can result in significant pain reduction or in some cases even a pain-free life. -Sylwia P. Fowler, MD, DipABLM, Psychiatrist This book does an excellent job of differentiating acute from chronic pain. It goes into great detail about managing chronic pain and the mind-body connection that controls pain. In each case study, she demonstrates how nonpharmacologic methods have much greater efficacy than most drugs AND have less negative side effects. -Judith Murphy, RN, MPH, Author of A Nurse's Journey and Observations This book provides a road map for hope to those who've exhausted every avenue to find relief from chronic pain. Bonnie Lester shares practical tips, using the five senses and a simple tool to mark progress. This book taps into the fascinating science of neuroplasticity to change your life. -Vickie Petz Kasper, MD, ABLM, Author of Dressing the Wound and Host of Healthy Looks Great on You