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Osteopathy

  • 1st Edition
  • November 2, 2005
  • Jon Parsons + 1 more
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 7 3 9 5 - 3
This book is a textbook of basic osteopathic concepts, working from first principles underpinned by anatomy and physiology. This text will synthesize and integrate osteopathic models in an easy-to-understand way, a subject often daunting to students and confusing to graduates.. Composed of four sections, the first is a discussion of basic principles, the second focusses on models and diagnosis of treatment which is followed by anatomical, neurophysiological and osteopathic considerations. The last section describes clinical case-studies to enable students to put into practice the theories and models which they have learned.This book is essential reading for all osteopathic BSc degree courses and a core textbook for undergraduate students.

Cranial Osteopathy

  • 1st Edition
  • February 15, 2005
  • Torsten Liem
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 7 4 9 9 - 8
Cranial osteopathy is an increasingly popular treatment approach for many common disorders affecting the head and neck. This new clinical guide is the first and only in-depth resource on the subject, offering a comprehensive analysis of osteopathic dysfunctions and principles in the cranial field. It examines each cranial bone and describes its location, development, and clinical implications of dysfunction. This discussion is followed by guidance on inspection, palpation, biomechanical and biodynamical approach to the motility of each cranial bone, and explanations of appropriate intrasutural or intraosseal techniques. Excellent illustrations and step-by-step sequencing of techniques make this book an exceptionally valuable resource for clinical practice.

The Science & Practice of Manual Therapy

  • 2nd Edition
  • January 18, 2005
  • Eyal Lederman
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 7 4 3 2 - 5
The Science and Practice of Manual Therapy, previously entitled The Fundamentals of Manual Therapy, is an extensive examination of how manual therapy (MT) techniques work, and how to match the most suitable techniques to different conditions. Drawing on evidence-based research, it explores the physiological, neurological and psychophysiological responses of the human body to MT techniques. A highly practical book, which provides useful clinical strategies for the treatment of common conditions seen in manual therapy practice. This new edition has been completely rewritten, extensively updated and expanded, with addition of new research material, novel clinical approaches and demonstration of new techniques and assessments.The text aims to assist practitioner and students of manual therapy develop a deeper understanding of their patient's processes and how they may be affected by different MT techniques. It aims to help MT practitioners deliver a more effective and safer treatment and to be able to treat a broader range of conditions

Manual Therapy in Children

  • 1st Edition
  • September 16, 2004
  • Heiner Biedermann
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 0 0 1 8 - 5
A comprehensive conceptual approach to the subject of manual medicine in children, linking function and structure together at different ages. Very much evidence based with contributions by the leading practitioners in Europe.

Therapeutic Exercise for Lumbopelvic Stabilization

  • 2nd Edition
  • August 18, 2004
  • Carolyn Richardson + 2 more
  • English
  • Hardback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 7 2 9 3 - 2
This book is based on the evidence from research undertaken by the authors over a number of years. The significance of these findings to the treatment and prevention of low back pain are now widely acknowledged, not only among researchers but also, and perhaps more importantly, among practitioners concerned with the management and prevention of back pain. In this new edition they have taken the opportunity to extend the scope of the book to accommodate the most recent evidence, which has emerged since the first edition was published in 1999. This is an important book in that it not only presents the evidence but also gives practical guidance on how the findings may be applied in everyday practice. This new edition will continue to provide an indispensable practical reference source for all those working in the field of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.

Psychology in the Physical and Manual Therapies

  • 1st Edition
  • June 3, 2004
  • Gregory Kolt + 1 more
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 7 3 5 2 - 6
This is a comprehensive text on psychology as related directly to the physical and manual therapies. It is divided into 3 sections :Section 1 addresses psychological principles as they relate to illness, injury, and rehabilitation.Section 2 covers key concepts relevant to psychological care in the physical therapies (e.g., client-practitioner relationships, cognitive-behavioural interventions). The emphasis in the section is on integrating psychological and physical approaches to client care.Section 3 addresses specific client conditions encountered by those working in the physical and manual therapies.

Assessment of the Spine

  • 1st Edition
  • April 5, 2004
  • Phillip Ebrall
  • English
  • Hardback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 7 2 2 8 - 4
A systematic, integrated approach to manual assessment of the spine and its related articulations. Presented in a way which will fit into any chiropractic curriculum and written at a level suitable for undergraduate students and newly qualified practitioners. Observational and manual techniques of examination and assessment are described and discussed and guidance is given on how the findings may be recorded and analysed in order to arrive at an appropriate working diagnosis. The book is highly illustrated with line drawings, radiographs and photographs.

The Back Pain Revolution

  • 2nd Edition
  • March 1, 2004
  • Gordon Waddell
  • English
  • Hardback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 7 2 2 7 - 7
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 4 3 2 5 - 3
This is a medical text book aimed at all health care professionals who care for patients with back pain. It is a book for health professionals about the understanding and management of back pain. It has become established as one of the leading examples of a biopsychosocial approach to medicine. It sets out to challenge unsubstantiated beliefs regarding the best way to treat and manage back pain and to create an interdisciplinary debate on the subject. Patients and society are demanding more effective approaches to this huge problem. This requires a radical rethink among professionals about their individual contributions to the problem. This book is about the revolution that is taking place in this area.

Massage Therapy

  • 1st Edition
  • April 11, 2002
  • Grant Jewell Rich
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 7 2 3 4 - 3 2 1 7 - 3
This book aims to present, in a single volume, the best of modern massage research.While research indicates that 1 in 3 Americans use alternative health care modalities, little research has been completed and disseminated in the area of massage therapy. This volume will present about ten chapters in areas of research probably including studies of massage for: stress (post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, depression, abuse), spinal cord injuries, enhancing growth (pregnancy and infancy), pain reduction (rheumatoid arthritis, back pain, migraine, and fibromyalgia), pediatrics, the elderly, increasing employee satisfaction (chair massage), enhancing cognition (alertness, autism), and/or immunity (HIV, cancer).

Effective Management of Musculoskeletal Injury

  • 1st Edition
  • October 8, 2001
  • Andrew Wilson
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 6 3 5 3 - 4
In Effective Management of Musculoskeletal Injury the author presents a model for understanding musculoskeletal injuries. He describes the common types of musculoskeletal injury and explores the contributory causes involved before detailing effective models for therapy and methods of management.Effective Management of Musculoskeletal Injury is research-based. It develops models for the management of musculoskeletal pain that include manual therapy, exercise, ergonomic and psychosocial interventions. Throughout the text particular attention is paid to pain resulting from cumulative and chronic types of injury. The book will be a valuable resource for all practitioners who deal with the management of musculoskeletal pain as part of their day to day practice.