Here at the NA Blog we’d like to extend our reviews and recommendations of recovery books to our readers as part of a new segment we’ll be running titled, “Recovery Books.” Check back often for the latest and best reviews of a whole spectrum of recovery books. Also, for future reference, please find all of our future segments in the sidebar, under the category titled, “Recovery Books.”

We start with the book, “A Day Without Pain,” by Dr. Mel Pohl. In A Day Without Pain, Dr. Mel Pohl addresses all the dangers that come with the excessive use and abuse of prescription painkillers that are used to treat chronic pain. Dr. Pohl also goes on to inform readers that are alternatives to prescription painkillers and the (quick addiction that often come with them); namely, holistic approaches that don’t depend on using any kinds of drugs.

Amazon user Gary L Dickinson describes A Day Without Pain by saying, “chemical dependency perspective to chronic pain management (utilizing 12 step approaches and spirituality) make a lot of sense and deepens commitment for patients.”

Just a little about Dr. Mel Pohl; he is a Board Certified Family Practitioner, Vice President of Medical Affairs and the Medical Director of Las Vegas Recovery Center (LVRC), and has many years of addiction and recovery experience. As for the noted contributor, Mike Donahue, he is a journalist who worked close with Dr. Pohl to complete the book.