Science in the Art of Osteopathy

Science in the Art of Osteopathy

Author: Caroline Stone

Publisher: Nelson Thornes

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 392

ISBN-13: 9780748733286

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This comprehensive and well-referenced text introduces osteopathy through its concepts, principles and beliefs. Stone, an experienced practicing osteopath and lecturer, discusses the gap between empirical osteopathy and modern Western medicine along with other issues.


Foundations for Osteopathic Medicine

Foundations for Osteopathic Medicine

Author: Robert C. Ward

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 1318

ISBN-13: 9780781734974

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Thoroughly revised for its Second Edition, Foundations for Osteopathic Medicine is the only comprehensive, current osteopathic text. It provides broad, multidisciplinary coverage of osteopathic considerations in the basic sciences, behavioral sciences, family practice and primary care, and the clinical specialties and demonstrates a wide variety of osteopathic manipulative methods. This edition includes new chapters on biomechanics, microbiology and infectious diseases, health promotion and maintenance, osteopathic psychiatry, emergency medicine, neuromusculoskeletal medicine, rehabilitation, sports medicine, progressive inhibition of neuromuscular structures, visceral manipulation, A.T. Still osteopathic methods, treatment of acutely ill hospital patients, somatic dysfunction, clinical research and trials, outcomes research, and biobehavioral interactions with disease and health. Compatibility: BlackBerry(R) OS 4.1 or Higher / iPhone/iPod Touch 2.0 or Higher /Palm OS 3.5 or higher / Palm Pre Classic / Symbian S60, 3rd edition (Nokia) / Windows Mobile(TM) Pocket PC (all versions) / Windows Mobile Smartphone / Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP/Vista/Tablet PC


The Philosophy and Mechanical Principles of Osteopathy

The Philosophy and Mechanical Principles of Osteopathy

Author: Andrew Taylor Still

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2021-01-08

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1528765028

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This antiquarian volume contains Andrew Taylor Still’s 1902 treatise, "The Philosophy and Mechanical Principles of Osteopathy". Within this text, Still explores the principles that differentiate osteopathy from allopathy - and explains how to treat a variety of ailments and diseases. This detailed and accessible book written by the father of osteopathy himself is highly recommended for those with an interest in the subject. It will be of special utility to massage therapists and practitioners of allied treatments. Contents include: “My Authorities”, “Age of Osteopathy”, “Demand for Progress”, “Truth is Truth”, “Man is Triune”, “Trash”, “Osteopathy”, “Nature is Health”, “Our Relation to Other Systems”, “Important Studies”, etcetera. Many antiquarian books such as this are increasingly hard to come by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.


Mechanical Link

Mechanical Link

Author: Paul Chauffour

Publisher: North Atlantic Books

Published: 2002-12-20

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1556434278

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Developed in the late ’70s by French osteopath Paul Chauffour, Mechanical Link is a gentle manual therapy that encourages the balance of tensions in the fascial system—that complex web of tissue that interconnects and affects all other body systems. It spreads throughout the body uninterrupted, providing physical stability while also allowing flexibility and mobility. Based on the principle that traumatic stress affects the interconnecting tissues of the body by forming patterns of tension called lesions, Mechanical Link therapy has successfully treated fibromyalgia, migraines, asthma, and other conditions. Extremely popular in Europe, it is rapidly gaining adherents in North America. This book, complete with 44 black-and-white photographs and 20 color illustrations, is a comprehensive manual for diagnosing and treating patients. Mechanical Link therapy is guided by the body’s own wisdom about its unique needs. The work stimulates to the body’s self-corrective responses, promoting normal mobility, tissue tone and posture. Mechanical Link brings tension into equilibrium and allows the body to return to optimal functioning ability, so all its systems can improve—including the immune system. Mechanical Link helps alleviate a range of illness, pain and dysfunction, including: •Fibromyalgia •Indigestion •Migraine Headaches •Premenstrual Syndrome •Asthma •Chronic Fatigue •Motor-Coordination •Impairments •Chronic Neck and Back Pain •Central Nervous System •Disorders •Emotional Difficulties •Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) •Stress and Tension-Related Problems •Orthopedic Problems


Osteopathic Considerations in Systemic Dysfunction

Osteopathic Considerations in Systemic Dysfunction

Author: Michael L. Kuchera

Publisher: Greyden Press LLC

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 294

ISBN-13: 1570741549

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This text is divided into sections in order to present an osteopathic approach to dysfunction manifesting in a particular system pertinent to a common clinical presentation. The divisions are grouped by their common autonomic and lymphatic elements. The purpose of the book is to explore selected structural and functional consideration which may produce symptoms or compromise homeostasis. It also demonstrates, by example, clinical application of the osteopathic philosophy in selected situation. Lastly, it attempts to show where osteopathic manipulative treatments can be prescribed as primary or adjunctive modalities available to the DO as they assist patients in reaching their maximum health potential.


The DOs

The DOs

Author: Norman Gevitz

Publisher: JHU Press

Published: 2004-04-13

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 9780801878336

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Osopathic medicine currently serves the health needs of more than 30 million Americans. In this book the author chronicles the history of this once-controversial medical movement from its origins in the nineteenth century to the present, describing the philosophy and practice of osteopathy as well as its impact on medical care.