Back Pain: Relief and Prevention
Funded by the National Institute of Nursing Research
- Ideal for work sites and medical settings
- Quiz to identify five types of back pain
- Numerous strategies to reduce pain immediately
- Proven techniques to prevent back injuries
- Guidelines for when to seek help.
In this program, 3-D animations illustrate the mechanics of the spine, and a simple questionnaire helps viewers identify their own back-pain pattern. Based on the viewer’s answers, the program makes specific recommendations for relief and prevention. The viewer learns first aid, stretching, and postural strategies for immediate control of pain. Ongoing techniques for lifting, conditioning, controlling stress, and general lifestyle activities are also presented. The program includes a special module for pregnancy and back pain as well as information about getting professional help, including prescriptions, physical therapy, massage, yoga, chiropractic aid, acupuncture, and surgery. Guidelines show viewers how to identify symptoms that indicate the need for medical care. This program was a joint effort by the Oregon Center for Applied Science, Inc., and the Canadian Back Institute.
Built Around Solid Research
Developed by the Oregon Center for Applied Science, Inc., this program demonstrated significant effects during a clinical trial funded by the National Institutes of Health.
Awards
National Health Information Award
Telly Award
System Requirements:
Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows ME, Windows 2000
Mac OS 7.6
166 MHz processor
32 MB available RAM
800x600 16-bit color monitor
10x CD-Rom drive
Quicktime 3.0
Sound Card
Printer Recommended
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