Orthopedic Massage E-Book, 1st Edition
Many practitioners use therapeutic massage to treat soft tissue pain and injuries. Accessible and highly readable, this unique reference provides a wealth of information on the use of massage therapy to treat pain and injury conditions. An ideal support for basic training and clinical practice, it offers detailed technical information, numerous illustrations, and reliable reference material on the subject.
ISBNコード :
9780702037979
出版日 :
08-04-2009
Many practitioners use therapeutic massage to treat soft tissue pain and injuries. Accessible and highly readable, this unique reference provides a wealth of information on the use of massage therapy to treat pain and injury conditions. An ideal support for basic training and clinical practice, it offers detailed technical information, numerous illustrations, and reliable reference material on the subject.
特長
- Provides a comprehensive approach to treatment of common soft tissue pain and injury
- Explains common orthopedic problems in detail, addressing biomechanics, kinesiology, and anatomy
- Provides an in-depth discussion of the physiologic rationale for soft tissue treatments and explains those most effective for each condition
- Integrates treatment approaches from across the field and gives detailed, easy-to-follow steps for their application
- Compares traditional treatments with soft tissue manipulation for each problem discussed
- Clearly links anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics with clinical practice
- Designed for quick and easy reference with more than 200 high-quality illustrations and numerous photos of treatment techniques
著者情報
By Whitney W. Lowe, LMT, Director, Orthopedic Massage Education and Research Institute, Bend, OR
| ISBN Number | 9780702037979 |
|---|---|
| Description Author List | By Whitney W. Lowe, LMT, Director, Orthopedic Massage Education and Research Institute, Bend, OR |
| Copyright Year | 2003 |
| Edition Number | 1 |
| Format | E-Book |
| Trim | Other |
| Imprint | Mosby |
| Page Count | 0 |
| Publication Date | 8 Apr 2009 |
| Stock Status | IN STOCK |
SECTION 1: GENERAL PRINCIPLES
Preface
Orthopaedic massage and musculoskeletal disorders.
Understanding soft tissue injuries
Thermal modalities as treatment aids
Introduction to specific orthopedic massage techniques
Physiological effects
Introduction to Section 2
SECTION 2: A REGIONAL APPROACH TO PATHOLOGY AND TREATMENT
Foot, ankle, and lower leg
Knee and thigh
Hip and pelvis
Lumbar and thoracic spine
Cervical spine
Shoulder
Elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand
General conditions
Conclusion
Index
Preface
Orthopaedic massage and musculoskeletal disorders.
Understanding soft tissue injuries
Thermal modalities as treatment aids
Introduction to specific orthopedic massage techniques
Physiological effects
Introduction to Section 2
SECTION 2: A REGIONAL APPROACH TO PATHOLOGY AND TREATMENT
Foot, ankle, and lower leg
Knee and thigh
Hip and pelvis
Lumbar and thoracic spine
Cervical spine
Shoulder
Elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand
General conditions
Conclusion
Index
"Lowe is an excellent practitioner/writer with sound credentials. I can heartily recommend his approach to therapeutic massage which is scientific and orthopedically grounded. Leon Chaitow, osteopathic practitioner, author and teacher.
What makes Whitney s work stand out is his ability to communicate the complete picture. He emphasises the effects of the treatment in order to understand why the therapist should use it appropriately. This style and purpose is unique. This book is an absolute must!!!" Nancy Dail, Director and Head of Downeast School of Massage, Maine USA.
Lowe s unquestioned integrity and public profile will only add to the success of this project. The author is a recognized authority on orthopedic testing. The author is obviously gifted and inspired." Robert K. King, Head of the Chicago School of Massage Therapy, Chicago, USA., Judith Delany. Massage therapy teacher, practitioner and author. Massage therapist of the year 1999.
What makes Whitney s work stand out is his ability to communicate the complete picture. He emphasises the effects of the treatment in order to understand why the therapist should use it appropriately. This style and purpose is unique. This book is an absolute must!!!" Nancy Dail, Director and Head of Downeast School of Massage, Maine USA.
Lowe s unquestioned integrity and public profile will only add to the success of this project. The author is a recognized authority on orthopedic testing. The author is obviously gifted and inspired." Robert K. King, Head of the Chicago School of Massage Therapy, Chicago, USA., Judith Delany. Massage therapy teacher, practitioner and author. Massage therapist of the year 1999.
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