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Clinical Application of the Maitland Concept of NMSK Physiotherapy

Assessment and Management of Neuromusculoskeletal Movement Functions - Volume 2

  • 6th Edition - November 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Elly Hengeveld, Gertrude Bucher-Dollenz
  • Language: English

Written and designed for today’s physiotherapists at all levels of training and experience, Clinical Application of the Maitland Concept of NMSK Physiotherapy: Assessment and Mana… Read more

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Description

Written and designed for today’s physiotherapists at all levels of training and experience, Clinical Application of the Maitland Concept of NMSK Physiotherapy: Assessment and Management of Neuromusculoskeletal Movement Functions, 6th Edition, Volume 2, offers a cohesive, practical approach to manual therapy (OMPT practice) based on G. D. Maitland’s ground-breaking principles of physiotherapy. This fully revised text clearly explains the transfer of theory towards clinical management, the reasoning behind it, and the precision of how to apply various techniques for assessment and treatment. Each chapter is written by a subject area specialist, and provides narratives of patient experiences that guide readers in applying the content to similar situations in their own practice.

Companion volume also available: Principles of the Maitland Concept of NMSK Physiotherapy: Assessment and Management of Neuromusculoskeletal Movement Functions, 9th Edition, Volume 1 (ISBN: 9780702075681)

Key features

  • Provides coverage of assessment, clinical reasoning, and person-centered management, which includes the application of passive movements as the hallmarks of the Maitland Concept
  • Contains easy-to-follow content in each chapter: applied theory; typical clinical presentations based on narratives of patient experiences; and specific principles of the patient interview, physical examination, and clinical reasoning
  • Includes numerous photos of relevant examination and treatment techniques, many new to this edition, that include precise descriptions for practicing the techniques
  • Offers contemporary viewpoints and a resource-oriented focus towards OMPT practice, ensuring that readers are fully up to date with all that is current in the field
  • Shares the knowledge and expertise of editors Elly Hengeveld and Gertrude Bucher-Dollenz, who have been trained by G. D. Maitland and have many years of clinical experience as a physiotherapist and teacher in postgraduate OMPT practice, as well as a team of expert contributing authors, many of whom are new to this edition

Readership

Physiotherapists, all beginning and advanced clinicians working in NMSK practice. Students envisioning to work in this field

Table of contents

1. Lumbar Spine: examination and management
Elly Hengeveld

2. Pelvic girdle: examination and management
Renée de Ruijter and Mandy Roscher

3. Hip: examination and management
Maria Brugner-Seewald

4. Knee complex: examination and management
Jason Silvernail and Gail Deyle

5. Foot and ankle: examination and management
Wouter Geerse

6. Cervical spine: examination and management
Gertrude Bucher-Dollenz

7. Thoracic spine: examination and management
Véronique Bornet

8. Shoulder girdle: examination and management
Matthew Newton and Phil Ackerman

9. Elbow complex: examination and management
Leanne Bisset

10. Wrist and Hand: examination and management
Michaela Neubauer

11. Orofacial Dysfunction and Pain
Harry von Piekartz

12. Appendix: Recording
Elly Hengeveld and Gertrude Bucher-Dollenz

Review quotes

Review of the previous edition:
"Overall this text would be an excellent resource to any practising physiotherapist or health professional within musculoskeletal and orthopaedics from the new graduate to the experienced clinician." Tracy Ward, Senior Physiotherapist and Clinical Pilates Specialist, BMI Healthcare Albyn Hospital, Aberdeen, Oct 14

Product details

  • Edition: 6
  • Latest edition
  • Published: December 13, 2026
  • Language: English

About the editor

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Elly Hengeveld

Affiliations and expertise
Senior Teacher, International Maitland Teachers' Association, Oberentfelden, Switzerland