What Dr. K.V. Chaubal, an eminent and senior orthopaedic surgeon of the International repute has to say about this book:- This book has a place in the treatment of the patient with disorders of back and joints… The orthopaedic surgeon has done well to explain common joint problems in simple terms, yet he has not sacrificed scientific facts… The place of asanas and their appropriate use in individual cases is a very, very useful prescription… When relief is obtained by learning ...to live with the affliction, Yoga would prepare the patients mentally better than any medical treatment. Doctors usually prescribe drugs, I would prescribe a book. Rx YOGA FOR BACK AND JOINT DISORDERS. Dr. K.V. CHAUBAL M.S. (Bom.) F.R.C.S. (Eng.) M.C.H. ORTHO (L’POOL)Smt. Hansaji Jayadeva Yogendra is the Dean of The Yoga Institute and the wife of Dr. Jayadeva Yogendra. Born on 8th October'1947, she was educated in Bombay. She attended St. Xavier's High School (primary section) and then Nanavati Girls high School where education was based on Gandhian principles. She did her B.Sc. in Chemistry from the Mithibai College and her LLB from the Government Law College. Marriage was a turning point in Hansaji's life. With her innate charm and capacity, she brought about dramatic changes in the Institute. The ladies wing was expanded and she inspired a dynamism and radiance to all the activities. She brings a special energy wherever she goes and is a popular orator throughout the country. She has authored several Yoga books in English and Gujarati. The television serial, ‘Yoga for Better Living’ has been aired three times on the National network and is very well appreciated. She, together with her illustrious husband, has travelled widely and shares her knowledge with all selflessly and with grace. At present, she is the President of International Board of Yoga.