Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 264 pages
• Published by: Angel River Press
• Edition: 1st Edition April 1, 2002
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0964575744
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0964575745
• Book Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Weighs: 13.6 ounces

Product Review
"Best book I have ever seen showing how to prepare for surgery--physically, emotionally, and spiritually." -- Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., author, Minding the Body, Mending the Mind

"Fills a gap in our social fabric as an insightful and deeply compassionate guide to surgery." -- Carolyn Myss, Ph.D., Creating Health

"I recommend Peggy Huddleston's book and tape to all who require surgery and want to recover faster." -- Andrew T. Weil, M.D., author, 8 Weeks to Optimum Health

"Should be in the hands of everyone having surgery." -- Christiane Northrup, M.D., author, Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom

Product Description
Mind-Body techniques that will help a patient: feel calmer before surgery, recover faster, have less pain after surgery, strengthen the immune system, use less pain medication, and save money on medical bills.

Reader Reviews
I liked this book because the emphasis was on me. My healing, my relaxation, my thoughts, it was up to me to help myself. I was very anxious before surgery and know from prior experience how worked up I can get. I am so thankful that I didn't let myself get all stressed out and took the time to help me. This book really helped me. I felt more relaxed and really prepared for the surgery. I didn't have the tapes but I used my own music which worked fine. I do yoga and have learned to meditate pretty good. But, if you don't know how to relax and can't do it on your own, get the tape which can only enhance your experience. My husband even commented how calm I was. I don't know if it has helped me to heal faster but the nurses did say I wasn't taking as much pain medication and family and friends are amazed how well I am doing. But I guess that depends on the person. The bottom line is, if you get stressed out about surgery yet want to feel more in control, more at peace, focus on your own positive surgical outcome, and reduce anxiety, this book is for you. I am much stronger for it and the next time surgery comes around I'll read it again.