Presented in a clear and easy-to-use format, this book provides basic assessment of neuromuscular conditions and an overview of techniques specific to deep tissue massage. The most commonly used techniques are covered with illustrations and hints for performing techniques. The bulk of the book presents treatment routines for the 22 most commonly encountered neuromuscular conditions. Routines are outlined step-by-step and clearly describe exactly what therapists need to do to treat a particular condition.
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Part I IV Basic Assessment and Techniques 1. Basic Gait Assessment Postural Analysis Techniques Observation 2. Trigger Point Inactive Active Locations Palpation Release methods 3. Friction Definition Cross Fiber Deep Transverse Friction Circular Friction With Fiber Friction 4. MFR Myofascial Release Definition Location Release techniques Part II IV Treatment Routines 5. Headaches Routine Definition and Symptoms Indications Contraindications Procedures NOTE: Each chapter in this part contains these same sub-sections 6. Migraines Routine 7. TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint) Routine 8. TOS (Thoracic outlet Syndrome) Routine 9. Torticollis Routine 10. Whiplash Routine 11. Frozen Shoulder Routine 12. Rotator Cuff Routine 13. Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) Routine 14. Medial Epicondylitis (Golfers Elbow) Routine 15. CTS (Carpel Tunnel Syndrome) Routine 16. Kyphosis Routine 17. Scoliosis Routine 18. Lordosis Routine 19. Iliopsoas Routine 20. Abdominal Massage (Constipation) Routine 21. Piriformis Routine 22. Sciatica Routine 23. Quadriceps Routine 24. IT Band (Iliotibial Tract) Routine 25. Knee Routine 26. Shin Splint Routine 27. Plantar Fasciitis Routine Part III IV Stretches 28. Stretches Definition Indicated Contraindicated
