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The Stroke Book: A Guide to Life After Stroke for Survivors and Those Who Care for Them

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Stroke Book: A Guide to Life After Stroke for Survivors and Those Who Care for Them
Authors and Contributors      By (author) June Biermann
By (author) Barbara Toohey
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:320
Dimensions(mm): Height 210,Width 140
Category/GenreCoping with illness
ISBN/Barcode 9781585423743
ClassificationsDewey:362.19681
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint Jeremy P Tarcher
Publication Date 3 March 2005
Publication Country United States

Description

June Biermann, a former stroke victim, and her co-author - and carer - Barbara Toohey offer a sensitive and essential guide for sufferers and those who care for them. The Stroke Book provides readers with: Analyses of the latest developments in stroke therapy; Tips for creating a good nutritional plan post-stroke; Information on managing complex rehabilitation needs; Ways stroke victims can reclaim their quality of life following a stroke and how carers can manage their own stress. With stroke now the leading cause of serious, long-term disability, Biermann and Toohey's optimistic, user-friendly guide to living well after an attack is a vital tool for recovery.

Author Biography

June Biermann and Barbara Toohey are the authors of the bestsellers The Diabetic's Book and The Diabetic's Total Health and Happiness Book, as well as seven other health books. They live in California.