Clinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques, Volume 2 E-Book

Clinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques, Volume 2 E-Book

Author: Leon Chaitow

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2011-07-05

Total Pages: 665

ISBN-13: 0702050946

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Clinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques, Volume 2 - The Lower Body discusses the theory and practice of the manual treatment of chronic pain, especially with regards to the soft tissues of the lower body. Authored by experts of international renown, this highly successful book provides a structural review of each region, including ligaments and functional anatomy, and includes step-by-step protocols that address each muscle of a region. The volume now comes with an EVOLVE site for instructors who can download the full text and images for teaching purposes. - Provides a comprehensive 'one-stop' volume on the treatment of somatic pain and dysfunction - Designed and written to meet the needs of those working with neuromuscular dysfunction in a variety of professions - All muscles covered from the perspective of assessment and treatment of myofascial pain - Describes normal anatomy and physiology as well as the associated dysfunction - Gives indications for treatments and guidance on making the appropriate treatment choice for each patient - Combines NMT, MET, PR and much more to give a variety of treatment options for each case - Describes the different NMT techniques in relation to the joint anatomy involved - Practical step-by-step descriptions provided to make usage easy - Includes acupuncture, hydrotherapies and nutritional support as well as guidance for the patient in the use of self-help approaches - Contains up-to-date evidence based content - Presents the latest research findings underpinning the practice of NMT methodology from differing areas of practice - Presents the increasingly refined ways of using the variety of MET methods to allow the reader to safely apply them in a variety of settings - Includes access to new video clips presenting practical examples of the NMTs explored in the book


Modern Neuromuscular Techniques

Modern Neuromuscular Techniques

Author: Leon Chaitow

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2010-08-25

Total Pages: 341

ISBN-13: 0702050954

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Fully updated throughout, this popular book explains the history, rationale, and detailed descriptions of the class of soft tissue manipulation methods known collectively as NMT techniques. Complete with accompanying website - www.chaitowonline.com - which contains film sequences of the author demonstrating the techniques, this book will be ideal for bodyworkers and acupuncturists in Europe, the USA and beyond. - Facilitates the rapid and accurate identification of local soft-tissue dysfunction - Explains the origin of soft tissue distress - Provides diverse maps and explanations for the patterns of tender and trigger points seen daily in clinical practice - Includes guidance on the use of NMT for the treatment of the symptoms of fibromyalgia and abdominal dysfunction - Gives important guidance on the treatment of trigger points in treating lymphatic dysfunction - Discusses the use of NMT in the management of pain and hyperventilation - Explains the diagnostic and therapeutic value of tender reflex points related to viscero-somatic and somatic-visceral reflexes - Describes both European and North American versions of NMT - Provides a clear set of treatment options for all bodywork therapists and acupuncture practitioners - Authored by a highly respected, internationally known teacher, practitioner and author, with contributions from three leading practitioners from the U.S. and Europe - Contains a new chapter on the value of Thai Yoga massage, associated with NMT methodology - Contains source material and commentary on the contribution of Raymond Nimmo DC in the evolution of NMT - Website - www.chaitowonline.com - containing updated video clips demonstrating the application of NMT


Clinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques: The upper body

Clinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques: The upper body

Author: Leon Chaitow

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2008-01-01

Total Pages: 622

ISBN-13: 0443074488

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Discusses theories and physiology relevant to the manual treatment of chronic pain, especially as it regards the soft tissues of the upper body. Includes step-by-step protocols that address each muscle of a region and a regional approach to treatment, and gives a structural review of each region, including ligaments and functional anatomy.


Electromyography and Neuromuscular Disorders E-Book

Electromyography and Neuromuscular Disorders E-Book

Author: David C. Preston

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2012-12-01

Total Pages: 663

ISBN-13: 1455744735

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Diagnose neuromuscular disorders more quickly and accurately with Electromyography and Neuromuscular Disorders: Clinical-Electrophysiologic Correlations, 3rd Edition! State-of-the-art guidance helps you correlate electromyographic and clinical findings and use the latest EMG techniques to their fullest potential. Consult this title on your favorite e-reader with intuitive search tools and adjustable font sizes. Elsevier eBooks provide instant portable access to your entire library, no matter what device you're using or where you're located. Successfully correlate electrodiagnostic findings with key clinical findings for more confident diagnoses. Clearly see how to apply what you’ve learned with abundant case studies throughout the book. Obtain relevant clinical guidance quickly and easily with an accessible, easy-to-read writing style that’s both comprehensive and easy to understand. Ensure correct EMG needle placement and avoid neurovascular injuries by referring to more than 65 detailed, cross-sectional anatomy drawings. Diagnose many newly defined genetic neuromuscular conditions based on their electrodiagnostic presentation. Stay up to date with must-know information on iatrogenic complications of electrodiagnostic studies. Visualize key concepts more easily with a brand-new full-color design, new artwork, and new photographs. Access Electromyography and Neuromuscular Disorders online, fully searchable, at www.expertconsult.com, along with more than 70 videos that allow you to see and hear the EMG waveforms discussed in the text, as well as a convenient "test yourself" module.


The Concise Book of Neuromuscular Therapy

The Concise Book of Neuromuscular Therapy

Author: John Sharkey

Publisher: North Atlantic Books

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9781556436734

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"A manual teaching the techniques of neuromuscular therapy (NMT), and how to combine it with medical exercise interventions, for the treatment of soft tissue pain and injury"--Provided by publisher.


Neuromuscular Ultrasound E-Book

Neuromuscular Ultrasound E-Book

Author: Francis Walker

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2011-05-18

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1437737765

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Neuromuscular Ultrasound demonstrates the use of ultrasound as an alternative to electrodiagnosis in the evaluation of neuromuscular disorders through detailed descriptions and clear illustrations. Drs. Francis Walker and Michael S. Cartwright discuss techniques for visualizing muscles and nerves without painful testing for better patient compliance and more efficient diagnosis. Color illustrations, pearls for the clinician, and ultrasound videos online at www.expertconsult.com, ensure that you'll be able to apply this technology effectively in your practice. - Access the fully searchable text online at www.expertconsult.com, along with ultrasound videos that demonstrate ultrasound evaluation in real time. - Diagnose and manage your patients more quickly and easily by visualizing muscles and nerves without painful testing. - Master the nuances of using ultrasound through the visual instruction of clear images and illustrations. - Minimize patient discomfort while maximizing optimal patient evaluation with a practical focus that covers using ultrasound as a screening tool, provides clinical pearls, and includes comparisons to electrodiagnosis. - Apply the full range of ultrasound applications, including interventional uses (such as ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin and steroid injections), ultrasound of polyneuropathies (often found in diabetics), and more.


Neuromuscular Disorders in Clinical Practice

Neuromuscular Disorders in Clinical Practice

Author: Bashar Katirji

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-10-11

Total Pages: 1565

ISBN-13: 1461465672

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Comprehensive, thoroughly updated, and expanded, Neuromuscular Disorders in Clinical Practice, Second Edition encompasses all disorders of the peripheral nervous system, covering all aspects of neuromuscular diseases from diagnosis to treatment. Mirroring the first book, this two-volume edition is divided into two parts. Part one discusses the approach to neuromuscular disorders, covering principles and basics, neuromuscular investigations, and assessment and treatment of neurological disorders. Part two then addresses the complete range of specific neuromuscular diseases: neuronopathies, peripheral neuropathies, neuromuscular junction disorders, muscle ion channel disorders, myopathies, and miscellaneous neuromuscular disorders and syndromes. Neuromuscular Disorders in Clinical Practice, Second Edition is intended to serve as a comprehensive text for both novice and experienced practitioners. General neurologists as well as specialists in neuromuscular medicine and trainees in neuromuscular medicine, clinical neurophysiology and electromyography should find this book inclusive, comprehensive, practical and highly clinically focused. Additionally, specialists in physical medicine and rehabilitation, rheumatology, neurosurgery, and orthopedics will find the book of great value in their practice.


A Massage Therapist's Guide to Understanding, Locating and Treating Myofascial Trigger Points

A Massage Therapist's Guide to Understanding, Locating and Treating Myofascial Trigger Points

Author: Leon Chaitow

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2006-01-01

Total Pages: 181

ISBN-13: 0443102007

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Describing the background to the evolution of Rnon-specificS backache as well as the assessment and treatment methods ideal for use in combination with massage therapy, deriving from physical therapy, osteopathic, and chiropractic sources, this book describes these methods individually and then integrates them into a detailed description of a massage session focusing on the person with backache.


Science, Theory and Clinical Application in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy: Applied Science and Theory

Science, Theory and Clinical Application in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy: Applied Science and Theory

Author: Ola Grimsby

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2008-09-16

Total Pages: 558

ISBN-13: 0615254519

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This long awaited textbook from The Ola Grimsby Institute provides decades of clinical experience and reasoning, with both historical and current evidence, with rationale for both passive and active treatments in orthopaedic manual therapy. Practical guidelines for joint mobilization and exercise rehabilitation are presented with this logical and exciting work. Incorporating experience and science, this book provides new approaches and treatment principles to make what you already do more effective. Extensive Content: Over 535 pages and 275 illustrations, photographs and tables Ola Grimsby and his co-authors have compiled a significant resource for the practicing physical therapist, manual therapist or osteopath.