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Wednesday, November 10th, 2010
As many of you know, I’ve been working with David & Jesse to get our iPad app up and running, and the prototype is simply wonderful. The amount of really usable content you will get for such a low price is really stunning. I know my readers with iPads will enjoy it.
One of the great side benefits of all of the work we’ve done to get this up and running are the back together user forums, which will go live on the Back Together website (backtogether.org) on the day the app launches. These forums will be available free to all registered users, and will have some really wonderful features:
-Areas to discuss any of the techniques in the Back Together DVD, Book, app, or website, giving you the opportunity to discuss your experiences with other users, sharing tips and suggestions.
-An ‘ask the doctor’ forum, where you can submit questions to one of the several experts contributing to the forum.
-An alternative medicine forum, where users can share experiences with alternative approaches to back & neck pain.
-And much more!
We’ve worked hard to create what we know will grow into one of the most comprehensive back & neck pain resources on the Internet.
Stay tuned for more info. Check in tomorrow for a response to a video viewer question.
Be well!
-Andy
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, Back Pain, back together, backtogether, iPad, kirschner, Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, sciatic, Sciatica
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Wednesday, November 10th, 2010
As many of you know, I’ve been working with David & Jesse to get our iPad app up and running, and the prototype is simply wonderful. The amount of really usable content you will get for such a low price is really stunning. I know my readers with iPads will really enjoy it.
One of the great side benefits of all of the work we’ve done to get this up and running are the back together user forums, which will go live on the Back Together website (backtogether.org) on the day the app launches. These forums will be available free to all registered users, and will have some really wonderful features:
-Areas to discuss any of the techniques in the Back Together DVD, Book, app, or website, giving you the opportunity to discuss your experiences with other users, sharing tips and suggestions.
-An ‘ask the doctor’ forum, where you can submit questions to one of the several experts contributing to the forum.
-An alternative medicine forum, where users can share experiences with alternative approaches to back & neck pain.
-And much more!
We’ve worked hard to create what we know will grow into one of the most comprehensive back & neck pain resources on the Internet.
Stay tuned for more info. Check in tomorrow for a response to a video viewer question.
Be well!
-Andy
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, Back Pain, back together, backtogether, iPad, kirschner, Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, sciatic, Sciatica
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Thursday, November 4th, 2010
So, for the past several weeks I’ve been working to get the Back Together iPad app up and running. Barring any complications it should be uploaded to the app store to await approval some time by the end of next week.
I am so excited about the app, as it offers the fictionality of the Back Together DVD package (available at Amazon) along with some really cool interactive features, most importantly a direct link from the techniques in the application to a live, on-line forum where users can share their experiences with other back & neck pain sufferers, and ask me and other back pain experts questions about back and neck pain.
It is my hope that over time we will generate a vital on-line community for people to help each other to find relief, and Share the Art of Healing.
Check back over the next couple weeks for announcements about the app, and a release date, a well as an exciting announcement about the next Back Together book.
Thanks for stopping by,
Andy
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, andy kirschner, app, Back Pain, back togeher, back together, backtogether, iPad, iPad app, kirschner, Low Back Pain, Neck Pain
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Monday, November 1st, 2010
So, in my most recent post on Martha Stewart’s Whole Living Daily blog, I posted on the power of latching, that is focusing your mind on the parts of your life going well, or are less painful in an effort to bring your mindset to a more positive place.
This has been a really useful tool for may of my patients dealing with a variety of painful conditions, including fibromyalgia, RSD, sciatica and others. Largely a variation on meditation, latching means taking a mental inventory of your life and focusing harder on this things which are going well, and the times which are less painful. Many with chronic pain issues tend to focus heavily on how bad they feel, which only helps perpetuate the mindset of suffering. By focusing on the good, you can enhance your recovery from pain, and foster a growing sense of wellness.
If you have a meditation technique wch you find helpful, please feel free to share your experiences here on BackWords.
Check back this week for some exciting announcements about my new iPad application, and a forthcoming Back Together book.
Thanks for stopping by,
Andy
The Scissor Sisters, Live at the Electric Factory, Philadelphia, October 2010.
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, andy kirschner, Back Pain, back together, backtogether, Fibromyalgia, FMS, kirchner, Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, rsd, Sciatica
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Monday, October 25th, 2010
Be sure to tune into Sirius 112 tomorrow at 10 am when I will be a guest on Whole Living hosted by Terri Trespecio. If you have not checked ou her show yet, you should definitely give the show a listen. Terri is a great host, and she always has great topics and guests (like me!)
I hope you will tune in, and call with your questions and comments as we discuss ways to make your life more spine friendly.
Thanks for stopping by,
Andy
Fall in Philadelphia
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, andy kirschner, Back Pain, back together, backtogether, kirschner, Low Back Pain, martha, Martha Stewart, Neck Pain, pain
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Friday, August 20th, 2010
I’ve needed to do some routing maintenance to resolve some video loading issues, and to help get better internet response from my office and for you guys on the other end. It should all be done by Monday.
I will resume the fibromyalgia series and some other cool things at that time. Sorry for the wait, and sorry for the inconvenience.
See you Monday!
-Andy
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, andy kirschner, Back Pain, Fibromyalgia, kirschner, Low Back Pain, Neck Pain
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Tuesday, August 17th, 2010
iPad Application- Back Together Interactive
I have been working feverishly on finishing the Back Together iPad application, and as it starts to come together it is looking more and more like something special. I have integrated some features that have never been done before in any back pain program, or on any iPad application for that matter. I will have a better sense of the release date with in the next week or so- so stay tuned for updates.
Fibromyalgia Syndrome Series
I have gotten plenty of feedback on the first two parts of the fibromyalgia series- mostly complementary or in the form of requests for aspects of the condition people would like to see covered here on the blog. I did receive 3 emails from pain-sufferers with a completely different take on the syndrome. I posted and replied to one of them yesterday. It seems that even though most of the medical community accepts and understands the diagnosis of FMS to be a real diagnosis, there are still hold-outs.
The main issue I have with these hold outs is that people suffering with fibromyalgia syndrome often feel as though the deck is stacked against them already, without other individuals falsely stating that their diagnosis is wrong, or is something else altogether. I welcome constructive discussion on the topic, so please share your thoughts here on the blog.
See you tomorrow!
-Andy
Katz's Deli on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. You know, you still can't get a good corned beef sandwich in Philadelphia?
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, app, Back Pain, back together, backtogether, Fibromyalgia, FMS, iPad, kirschner, Low Back Pain
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Tuesday, August 17th, 2010
I’ve just finished writing a forward for a wonderful book by Randi Rentz, a breast cancer survivor. If you, or anyone you know has dealt with breast cancer (or any other cancer for that matter) you owe it to yourself to become a fan on Facebook, and look for updates on the release of her book.
In much the same way I often try to look at the lighter side of back pain, Randi has done an extraordinary job of finding a unique way to inject some levity into this otherwise dour subject- and not in a glib way- but in a way which is comforting, reassuring, and inspirational. Become a fan, and support Randi as she spreads the word!
-Andy
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, andy kirschner, back together, backtogether, breast cancer, diamonds, randi, randi rentz, rents, why buy a wig
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Monday, August 2nd, 2010
My latest post on the Martha Stewart Whole Living Daily blog.
I am working on some posts from Montego Bay Jamaica- look for them to start tomorrow.
Thanks for visiting!
-Andy
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, andy kirschner, Back Pain, back together, backtogether, kirschner, Low Back Pain, martha, Martha Stewart, Neck Pain, Sciatica
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Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Ok, so Donna & I are headed to a wedding this weekend. Our first flight out of Philadelphia was cancelled, so we were put on a different flight. 20 minutes after getting on the plane, they took us off the plane due to mechanical problems. In theory, we should still make our connecting flight. My back is hurting just from the stress.
Thank you to everyone for your great posts and comments this week. It’s been a lot of fun hearing from all of you.
Assuming all goes well, I should be joining you live from Montego Bay tomorrow.
Be Well!!!
-Andy
Tags: Andrew Kirschner, andy kirschner, back together, backtogether, travel
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