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

Modern Neuromuscular Techniques
Modern Neuromuscular Techniques

Author: Leon Chaitow

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13:

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Another in the Advanced Soft Tissue Techniques series. Neuromuscular techniques (NMT) focus on the assessment and treatment of myofascial trigger points using thumb/finger applications. The book explains the significance of local soft tissue dysfunction in its relation to pain and more general musculoskeletal dysfunction.

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

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.

Modern Neuromuscular Techniques
Modern Neuromuscular Techniques

Author: Leon Chaitow

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13:

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Written in easy-to-understand language that's ideal for all bodywork therapists and acupressure practitioners, this popular textbook illustrates how to make precise, systematic evaluations of soft tissue problems. It provides up-to-date information related to a specific range of therapeutic techniques. A new accompanying CD-ROM, complete with video clips that demonstrate how to perform the methods described in the text, offers visual cues for unique, clinically relevant instruction. Clear descriptions of techniques show the reader how to rapidly and accurately identify and assess local soft tissue dysfunction. A clear set of treatment options for these dysfunctions clarify which techniques may be used safely by all bodywork practitioners and therapists. Both European and North American versions of NMT are presented and described. An analysis and comparison of the major reflex systems used in bodywork provides a link between bodywork and acupressure approaches. The author is a highly respected, internationally known teacher, practitioner and author, with contributions from two of the leading practitioners in the U.S.

PNF in Practice
PNF in Practice

Author: Susan S. Adler

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-04-17

Total Pages: 440

ISBN-13: 3662041340

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The approach here is based on the concepts set out by Dr. Herman Kabat and taught by Margaret Knott, and this second edition adds many new illustrations including demonstrations of the techniques and pictures of actual patient treatment. The gait section has been expanded with an introduction to normal components and photos of patient treatment. The mat section has also been enlarged and includes illustrations of patient treatment.

Deep Tissue Massage Treatment
Deep Tissue Massage Treatment

Author: Jeffrey Simancek

Publisher: Mosby Incorporated

Published: 2012-05-01

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780323112864

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This is a Pageburst digital textbook; 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. Includes a DVD-ROM with over 1 hour of video showing the techniques described in the text. The first text on the market that delineates deep tissue routines or treatments. Provides techniques, routines, and procedures for the treatment of a wide array of neuromuscular conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis and golfer's elbow, frozen shoulder, rotator cuff dysfunctions, thoracic outlet syndrome, whiplash, migraines, kyphosis, lordosis, and scoliosis, among others. Each chapter on conditions follows a template with a definition of the condition, a list of associated symptoms, indications and contraindications for massage, and a procedure/routine. Routines are outlined step-by-step and clearly describe for the therapist exactly what needs to be done to treat a particular condition. Heavily illustrated, with many photos of each technique and routine, as well as some photos illustrating conditions. Photos of indicated and contraindicated stretches with a brief explanation of why they are indicated or contraindicated. Includes DVD-ROM with over 1 hour of video showing techniques desribed in the text. An excellent clinical companion for massage therapists.

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.

Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction
Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction

Author: Janet G. Travell

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 660

ISBN-13: 0683083678

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...gives a thorough understanding of what myofascial pain actually is, and provides a unique and effective approach to the diagnosis and treatment of this syndrome for the lower body muscles.