Massoterapia e terapie manuali

This book expands on the widely used concept of combined movements and incorporates both grade IV-manipulative thrust techniques and muscle energy/proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques. The book is the first to include chapters on cervical artery dysfunction (VBI) and upper cervical instability with clinical chapters on the regional management of spinal dysfunction. The first section of the book discusses the underlying theoretical concepts underpinning combined movements theory and manipulation, with the second section offering a comprehensive manual of tests and treatments for each region of the spine. Revision multiple choice tests are at the ends of the theoretical chapters. A chapter on home exercise is included along with a DVD of video clips and clinical reasoning form. The book will provide readers with a comprehensive resource to start using combined movements theory immediately and is a real substitute to attending a course on the method. The book is an update, expansion and development of the Manual of Combined Movements published by Brian Edwards.

"Palpation and Assessment Skills" has been designed and developed to help the student and practitioner to understand and acquire the palpatory skills that are the foundation of all effective manual therapy assessments and treatments. Subtlety and sensitivity of touch, and the accurate interpretation of palpation findings and tests, are essential aspects of all manual therapy professions. While it is difficult to learn these from written descriptions or static illustrations alone, by combining a workbook approach with the use of video demonstrations and audio explanations on a DVD, "Palpation and Assessment Skills" provides the student and developing practitioner with a portable workshop, that they can access at any time.

"Manipulative Therapy" provides a systematic overview of chain reactions which are the basis of a rational holistic approach. These reactions are closely related to the upright human posture and to the 'deep stabilisation system' as shown in the work of Richardson et al in Therapeutic Exercise for Spinal Stabilisation in Low Back Pain. This approach has meant a considerable advance in the therapy and rehabilitation of patients. It gives a balanced picture of the importance of musles, joints and soft tissues, under the control of the nervous system, the textbook aims to treat disturbance of function, the most common cause of pain in the motor system, in the most effective way. Locomotor system dysfunctions are shown to be treated very effectively using manual medicine techniques. Spinal column and joint mobility can be restored, and pain triggered by the autonomic nervous system can be positively influenced. This is a comprehensive source of information relating to pathogenesis, diagnosis, indications and treatment methods, incorporating the latest research findings. Radiological diagnosis is is shown as laying the foundation for successful diagnosis and treatment with manual medicine techniques. Typical conditions associated with pain in the locomotor system is presented and described in functional terms for the first time. The book concludes with chapters covering preventative aspects and expert assessment. "Manipulative Therapy: Musculoskeletal Medicine" is the follow on from: "Manipulative Therapy in Rehabilitation of the Locomotor System", published by Butterworth Heinemann, 1985.

Questo libro propone una serie di riflessioni ed esercitazioni pratiche estremamente utili agli operatori di medicine complementari e discipline BioNaturali (e terapeuti in genere) "Di che natura è la relazione che instauro con i miei clienti?"; "Quali sono i modelli delle relazioni terapeutiche nelle professioni già esistenti?"; "Quali le differenze da considerare nella pratica dell'operatore di discipline BioNaturali?"; "Quali le dinamiche relazionali più frequenti che mi trovo ad affrontare con i miei clienti e come posso gestirle nel tempo?". La familiarità con questo tipo di domande e alcune delle loro risposte è l'obiettivo di questo libro, per portare maggiore consapevolezza e competenza nel proprio lavoro, un fulcro importante da cui trarre inspirazione per costruire la propria pratica professionale.