The Body in Action: You Can Keep Your Joints Young

by Sarah Key

For those who suffer from aches, pains, and creaky joints, this handy reference shows how to keep the body's skeleton young and healthy. Including a series of stretches, this guide explores how muscles, joints, and bones work, how and why they wear and tear, and how to combat stiffness and pain. Treatments focus on the lower back, thoracic spine, neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, ankles, and feet. Further advice teaches the warning signs of imminent joint problems, immediate action necessary for restoring mobility, and how to break the bad habits of a sedentary lifestyle. Extensive diagrams of the body and how-to illustrations of exercises encourage patients to actively manage their pain. A daily 30-minute strengthening regime is also outlined for continued movement and flexibility.

Genres: Health, Nonfiction

248 pages, Paperback

First published October 29, 1992

Reviews

[Margaret Sharp · Rating 3 out of 5]

Packed with information, this is a great book for those wishing to delve seriously into this topic.
However, I sometimes found it difficult to understand. Doubtless, this is because I don't have a background in this subject.
For those willing to concentrate hard, it's an enlightening read, with plenty of practical help.

[Victoria Strong · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was recently recommended this book by a friend who had an incredible experience with it—so much so that she canceled her scheduled knee surgery just two weeks after reading it. Naturally, I was curious! Although she discovered the book years ago, its insights still feel strikingly relevant and practical today.

As someone navigating a cascade of joint issues, this book has been a game-changer for me. It’s offered a fascinating deep dive into how my body’s systems work and encouraged me to approach my challenges with a fresh perspective. The techniques and information are not only empowering but also surprisingly effective—I’m already noticing positive changes.

On top of that, I’ve been enjoying Sarah’s more recent podcast series, which complements the book beautifully and keeps the conversation going. I’m now enthusiastically recommending this book to my friends, hoping they, too, can experience its benefits. Fingers crossed it makes a difference for them as well!

[Val · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exactly what you need to know about spine health