Protocols and Exercise Programs for Overcoming Pain and Healing from Injury
The Rehab Science Book Series
By Dr. Tom Walters, Board-Certified Orthopedic Physical Therapist
Whether you want a comprehensive guide covering the entire body or a focused book for one specific area, I’ve designed each book in the Rehab Science series to give you step-by-step rehab programs—so you can take control of your recovery at home.
One Book Started It All. Now There Are Seven.
In 2023, I published Rehab Science—a comprehensive guide to understanding pain, healing from injury, and rebuilding strength across every part of the body. The response was incredible. Readers from all walks of life followed the programs, practitioners brought it into their clinics, and thousands of people discovered they could manage their own pain with the right information and a clear plan.
But a consistent request kept coming in: “I only need help with my knee” or “I don’t need programs for my whole body—just my shoulder.”
That’s why I created the Rehab Science Body Region Series. Watch me explain the difference between the complete guide and the body region books—and how to choose the right one for you.
The Complete Guide
Rehab Science: How to Overcome Pain and Heal from Injury
At some point in your life, you will experience pain or suffer an injury. But you are not powerless. Your body is not fragile. It is strong and adaptable. With the right education, strategies, and plan, you can take the first steps toward healing.
Rehab Science is my comprehensive, full-body resource that gives you everything you need to understand pain, treat injuries, and build lasting resilience—all in one place.
What’s Inside
Who it’s for
Anyone who wants a single, all-in-one resource
for understanding and treating pain and injuries across the entire body.
Health, fitness, and medical practitioners
doctors, physical therapists, personal trainers, and coaches—who want evidence-based strategies they can reference and share with patients or clients.
People dealing with pain in more than one area
or who want to understand the deeper science behind why they hurt and how to heal.
Format: Hardcover • 496 pages • Full-color photos and illustrations
Hear It From Them, Not Us.
“Excellent reference. Well illustrated. Clear and logical text. As an MD and my RN wife both doing a lot of self PT, this is a great adjunct to what our providers share. Clear enough for a non-health professional but detailed enough so anyone should find helpful.”
– Amazon Review
“This book is amazing. Everything from pain science and neuroplasticity to joint mechanics and rehabilitation. An essential guide for those new to manual or physical therapy or for those simply wanting to deepen their anatomy and human movement knowledge.”
– Amazon Review — Verified MD
Focused Relief for One Area at a Time
The Rehab Science Body Region Series
Not everyone needs programs for the entire body. Many people are dealing with pain or injury in one specific area and simply want relief—now. I recognize that, and it’s exactly why I created these books.
The Body Region Series takes the same rehab programs from the complete guide and organizes them into compact, focused books—one for each area of the body. Each book cuts straight to the treatment: protocols to help you identify your condition, step-by-step exercise programs to manage and resolve it, and the strategies you need to start healing right away.
What’s Inside Each Book
Who They’re For
Readers who already own the complete guide
and want a lighter, dedicated reference for the area they’re currently rehabbing.
Gym-goers
and travelers
who want a portable book they can take with them—compact enough to toss in a bag.
People dealing with pain in one specific area
who want a clear plan without needing to the full science education.
Format: Softcover • ~120–180 pages • Full-color photos and illustrations
Available Titles
Which Book Is Right for You?
Both options give you the same expert-designed rehab programs. Here’s how they compare.
Rehab Science (Complete Guide)
Body Region Books
Body regions covered
All 8 regions
1 region per book
Rehab exercise programs
30+ programs
3–5 per book
Pain & injury science education
10 chapters
Factors that influence pain and injury (nutrition, sleep, stress, training frequency, etc.)
CAM treatments (heat, ultrasound, acupuncture, etc.
Rehab strategies (soft tissue, stretching, mobility, strengthening)
Step-by-step exercise programs with photos
Protocol guidance (description, symptoms, prognosis, treatment)
Equipment overview
Portable / gym-bag friendly
Ideal for practitioners
Best for one specific area
Format
Hardcover (496+ pages)
Softcover (~120–180 pages)
Price
$69.95
$26.95
What Readers Are Saying
“A very handy reference for anyone dealing with a minor injury, and an essential resource for coaches and athletes. I appreciated the time Walters took to explain the theory, not just of rehab science itself, but behind each of the routines.”
– Goodreads Review
“I limped into my doctor’s office with a sore knee a month ago. I pulled Dr. Walters’s book off the shelf and started doing the knee exercises. The bursitis started to calm down. While the book isn’t a substitute for medical care, it is a fantastic, clear guide on the exercises one would do with a physical therapist during rehab or prehab.”
– Amazon Review
“The rehab programs are straightforward, easy to follow, and truly useful for practice. I really appreciate how Dr. Walters explains clinical protocols in such a clear and practical way while still keeping everything evidence-based and in-depth.”
– Amazon Review — Practitioner
“This is the book everyone needs for injury rehab information. Even sports people would find this book very useful.”
– Amazon Review
“I was preparing for my MSK physio exam and found this book. It gives you a clear overview on healing times for tissues, pain, other factors that play a role in rehab, and awesome protocols to follow for the most common injuries. Tom clearly put a lot of effort and knowledge into this book, all without being overwhelming. A must for all the young (or old!) physios and athletes out there!”
– Amazon Review — Physical Therapist
By The Way, I’m Tom
Board-Certified Orthopedic Physical Therapist
Dr. Tom Walters is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist who specializes in the treatment of pain and movement disorders. He is the founder of Rehab Science and has spent almost two decades teaching people about human movement, pain science, and how to effectively recover from injury.
In addition to running his own clinical practice, Tom served as a full-time undergraduate kinesiology professor for eight years, teaching human biomechanics, therapeutic exercise, and pain science. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Chapman University and completed a residency in orthopedic manual physical therapy and a fellowship in lower quarter functional biomechanics.
Through his books, social media platforms, and the Rehab Science membership, Tom has helped millions of people better understand their bodies and take control of their recovery.
Find more of Tom’s content on Instagram and YouTube @rehabscience
Ready to Start Healing?
