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A 2026 Eric Hoffer Book Award Category Finalists
When Bad Backs Happen to Good People: It’s Not All in Your Head by Jordan S. Fersel, M.D., has been named a 2026 Eric Hoffer Book Award Category Finalist—a distinction awarded to fewer than 10% of nominated titles following the competition’s rigorous first round of judging.
Written by a physician specializing in pain management, the book offers an accessible and compassionate exploration of chronic back and neck pain. Through medical insight, real-life experiences, and practical treatment options, Dr. Fersel helps readers better understand the possible sources of their pain and discover ways to improve their activity, sleep, well-being, and quality of life.
This recognition celebrates the book’s valuable contribution to patient education and its hopeful message for individuals living with chronic pain.
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This is the first PM doctor that I felt actually checked my problems out, and planned an approach to deal with the pain.
Robin S. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Doc, listens to your problems, and starts a treatment plan, that is “VERY EFFECTIVE” in treating your pain, and is very kind and fair.
Jauriel S. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Why Your Pain Isn’t What You Think It Is with Dr. Jordan Fersel
In this insightful episode of Entrepreneurs on Fire, Dr. Jordan Fersel joins host John Lee Dumas to discuss why chronic pain may not always come from visible structural damage. Drawing from decades of experience as a pain management physician, Dr. Fersel explains how injured or irritated nerves can cause persistent pain—even when scans appear normal.
He also shares the inspiration behind his book, When Bad Backs Happen to Good People, and emphasizes the importance of listening to patients, questioning conventional approaches, and identifying the true source of pain.
Listen to the full conversation to discover a new perspective on chronic pain, patient care, and the possibilities for more effective treatment.
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