Here's the text that builds a strong foundation in the science of sports medicine, and teaches you to apply that knowledge to the planning, development, and implementation of therapeutic exercise programs for specific dysfunctions for all joints of the body. You'll begin with an introduction to the science behind rehabilitation and the ......
An essential reference for both learning and refining manual therapy techniques for the spine. A must-have guide for manual therapists, Spinal Manipulations and Mobilization Techniques is a comprehensive resource packed with step-by-step instructions, expert insights, and access to more than 55 video demonstrations to ensure precision and ......
Exploring the Buddhist/Taoist concept of non-doing and intention in relation to bodywork, this book focuses on how the therapist should approach their client without agenda and meet them where they are at.
An easy-to-use guide for the assessment of musculoskeletal problems in upper limbs. With over 300 illustrations, there is no resource quite like The Pocket Atlas of Special Tests for the Upper Limb. This clear and easy-to-use guide will help you understand the purpose, procedures, and additional considerations for 83 upper limb tests. These ......
A Practical Guide to Enhancing Flexibility and Movement Quality throughMyofascial Movements?
This book explores how mindful, myofascial-based movement practices can profoundly enhance the quality and efficiency of everyday movement. It uniquely integrates myofascial anatomy with practical movement techniques, bridging the gap between scientific insight and hands-on application. Johansson, an internationally recognized physiotherapist and ......
Open your yoga practice to every body with this essential guide to accessible chair yoga. Based in the author's years of experience working with amputees and people with disabilities of all types, the book expands the movement vocabulary, creating space to adapt poses and movements for your students' unique accessibility needs. From backbends ......
This user-friendly book will guide the reader to understand how Balanced Ligamentous Tension (BLT) can be used as a therapeutic principle in the practice of osteopathy. BLT is seen by many as an indispensable bridge between the better known 'structural' and 'cranial' approaches and is an essential part of the osteopathic heritage. In using 'the ......
Embracing Female Physiology for Performance and Wellbeing
This detailed, yet approachable guide distils the latest research studies on female physiology and its effects on physical performance and psychology. Using these new findings, it provides a framework for optimizing physical training with the natural cycles of the female body, helping your clients make the most of their individual body-mind ......
ABLE Bodies training is an activity-based program designed to improve balance, mobility, and brain health for both fit and frail older adults. ABLE is an acronym for Adventures in Better Living through Exercise, and the ABLE Bodies training program is proven to enhance balance, mobility, activity levels, gait speed, flexibility, and ......
