Striking Back : The Trigeminal Neuralgia and Face Pain Handbook

This very painful, little known illness is even new to some medical professionals. Striking Back explains it in terms that are easy to understand and very helpful to both laymen and doctors. This book is a very important one to read for anyone suffering with facial pain. The pros and cons of many treatment plans are explained by a doctor and a man who had the illness.

This book took me to Dr. Casey in Pgh and saved my life. It explained there were other alternatives than to live with the terrible pain. I have bought 4 copies of this book and have given it to people that are dealing with TN, as well as loaned out my copy. I feel the author knows how much help he has been as he also suffers from the condition. Sally Murphy, Punxsutanwey, PA

As a chiropractor I was fascinated at the wide array of treatments explored for this debilitating condition. The chapter on upper cervical chiropractic vindicated what many chiropractors have found with patients who respond to this specialty form of chiropractic. After actually meeting him in Australia, I was amazed to discover that Dr Casey is one of the most prominent neurosurgical specialists, carrying out thousands of successful surgeries on TN sufferers. A must for sufferers and supportive network members, who are looking for "whatever works" and not just what your average doctor might believe.

This book is extremely well written in an easy to read format. The author is welcome in my home anytime. If you have just discovered Trigeminal Neuralgia you now have hope in the fact that the head pain you have been feeling for a long time is not a figment of your imagination as all your friends have been telling you. It is real and there is hope. Search the web for more information. Print and study it all.Later as your pain changes you will want to look at the data or this book in a new light. Most of the determining relief of pain factor comes from finding out what will work for you. There are support groups in all major cities and a National Association "Trigeminal Neuralgia Association" In Gainsville Florida with a National Conference in November 2004. Call me if you have any problem getting a book or finding someone to talk to about your pain. Brian Nelson [email protected] 713-467-3025, Link to my TN friendly learning siteon www.PartyTentCity.com .Buy this book and you can't go wrong.

After a very long and harsh battle with TN, I have overcome the atypical category of face pain. This book must be available and should circulate. The information will help you find ways to combat this terrible disorder. If you are having problems contact the TN association at www.tna.org for more information. Even if you have to leave the State you live in-the adventures and research are worth it. Find, read, and pass this book around!!!!