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The third edition of this highly successful book describes how musculoskeletal pain can be simply and effectively treated by acupuncture. It gives a comprehensive account of current knowledge concerning two very commonly occurring musculoskeletal pain disorders - the myofascial trigger point pain syndrome and the fibromyalgia syndrome Myofascial trigger point pain syndrome is an all too common com... Read More...

Acupuncture has long been recognised as complementing the practice of physiotherapy. Acupuncture in Physiotherapy is written for physiotherapists who have already received a basic training in acupuncture and who wish to extend their practice and achieve an intermediate standard of knowledge. It links the philosophies of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the theory and practice of Western science in... Read More...

Sufferers of chronic pain well know the frustration of treatments involving endless rounds of drugs or expensive physical therapy - that may or may not offer relief. Doctors Hecker and Liebchen present a comprehensive guide to a new method of pain treatment - acutaping - which offers a much simpler and more effective alternative. In acutaping, an elastic cotton tape, known to many people as kinesio... Read More...

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Highly illustrated introductory text which presents the basic skills required in order to carry out manipulative procedures safely and effectively. Focuses on the psychomotor skills and learning aspects of the skills described. Each procedure is broken down into its individual components and described in detail. The consistent structure throughout allows for quick reference and easy learning. Feat... Read More...

This practical manual explains how to treat chronic pain through trigger points those tender, painful nodules that form in muscle fibers and connective tissues. Organized by muscle groups, the book emphasizes hands-on techniques for bringing immediate relief by stimulating the flow of oxygen to the trigger point. Each two-page spread features detailed color illustrations on one side and straightfo... Read More...

Buy both Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness, 10th edition AND Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness Colouring and Workbook, 2nd edition and save! This fantastic value package offers both books at an unbeatable price and provides an unrivalled anatomy and physiology learning and revision resource! Features Offers both Ross and Wilson tex... Read More...

This revolutionary new text presents an innovative treatment approach designed to restore normal function and to reduce pain for the most common musculoskeletal pain conditions that you will confront in practice. Based on the myofascial pain management principles established by Drs Travell and Simons, this practical resource takes the application of myofascial pain principles to a new and higher l... Read More...

The Concise Book of Muscles has been written for the student and early practitioner of anatomy, massage / bodywork, physical therapy, chiropractic medicine, physiotherapy, or any other health-related field. Containing full-colour illustrations, it is a compact reference guide, clearly identifying all the major muscles, showing the origin, insertion, action and innervation of each muscle. The book ... Read More...

Contains a muscle-by-muscle description of how trigger points refer pain from other areas of the body, signs and symptoms and examination of patient treatment methods. Volume one covers the upper extremities; volume two covers the lower extremities. The Second Edition of this definitive reference on myofascial pain features improved positioning in many of the drawings demonstrating Dr. Travell's... Read More...

Books on stretching are common, but The Anatomy of Stretching takes a more fundamental approach than the others, taking the reader inside the body to show exactly what is happening during a stretch. At the heart of the book are 300 full-color illustrations that show the primary and secondary muscles worked in 115 key stretches arranged by body area. Author Brad Walker brings years of expertise -... Read More...

"The best overall muscle testing book." By far the most popular and widely used text for over 50 years, Daniels and Worthingham's Muscle Testing is the original handbook of manual evaluation of muscular strength. In addition to offering tried and true methods for assessing and grading skeletal muscle function, this up-to-date classic provides a comprehensive section on muscle anatomy and innerva... Read More...

The first book ever published to combine the full range of clinical examination techniques with standard radiological imaging studies of the musculoskeletal system, this is a key clinical tool for all orthopaedic residents and specialists. You will find dozens of representative imaging studies (including arthrograms, ultrasonography and MRI) integrated with physical examination tests -- offering a ... Read More...

A comprehensive guide to Osteopathic spinal manipulation techniques. The text is divided into four main parts. The text describes the principles and theory of spinal manipulation and its use in clinical practice, gives detailed instructions for 35 different manipulation techniques, covering all levels of the spine, thorax and pelvis and features a troubleshooting guide. The text is supported by a C... Read More...

This book is a clear and comprehensive review of current knowledge concerning the myofascial trigger point pain syndrome and fibromyalgia. It covers the pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations and differential diagnosis of these two closely associated muscle pain disorders. A guide to specific treatment involving trigger points is outlined in detail and supported with clear illustrat... Read More...

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In this book, acupuncturist and orthopedic practitioner Dr. Marcus shows how a complementary approach to diagnosis and treatment of these disorders can use acupuncture, manual therapy, injections, exercise and medications, both Eastern and Western and that Chinese medicine can be reconciled with western orthopedic models. Balancing multiple theoretical approaches and healing paradigms in a diagnost... Read More...

Positional release techniques (PRT) are gentle manual treatments for muscle pain and spasm which involve resetting muscle tone and enhancing circulation. They are amongst the easiest soft tissue techniques to learn and the most useful to practice. Features * Compares all major positional release methods: from strain/counterstrain to functional osteopathy, - so an appealing text for all body wo... Read More...

This concise, but thorough text covers both the theory and current practice of fibromyalgia and myofascial pain management. It provides practical, step-by-step descriptions of both traditional and state-of-the-art approaches to trigger point injections and nerve blocks, accompanied by clear diagrams that illustrate pain patterns, muscle anatomy, patient positioning, and more. An interdisciplinary a... Read More...

This classic text has become one of the foundation texts for all modern manual therapists. Maitland's Concept of Manipulative Therapy is established as one of the standard approaches to spinal manipulative techniques, and Maitland's Vertebral Manipulation is an indispensable and authoritative guide to this approach. Features All illustrations have been replaced with high quality photog... Read More...

Physical Therapies in Sport and Exercise provides a truly comprehensive source of the latest evidence-based approaches to the assessment, management, rehabilitation and prevention of injuries related to sport and exercise. Written by an international, multidisciplinary team of contributors, all of whom are leaders in their fields, it has been expertly compiled and edited by two experienced and well... Read More...

Features: Question-and-answer format serves as a quick reference for doctors and students at all levels. Authorities in the field offer their practical tips and "secrets" resulting from many years of experience Dr Devlin and the contributing authors are the major spine authorities in the U.S. Contents Regional spinal anatomy, clinical examination of spine patients, spinal imaging, assess... Read More...

The 3rd Edition of this easy-to-use guide now focuses exclusively on the diagnosis and screening for medical diseases and conditions that may require additional care. It enables practitioners to identify the signs and symptoms of systemic disease that can mimic neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction. Readers will find a discussion of physical therapy diagnosis, a systematic approach tot he physical the... Read More...

The missing link in health & fitness. A simple, readable explanation of the ramifications of posture on our health and enjoyment of life. Besides providing the answers to the two great scourges of osteoarthritis and backache, he explains posture's part in sexual satisfaction; in maternity; obesity; appearance; personality; old age; childhood; industry and sport.... Read More...

This comprehensive resource provides practitioners and students with a strong medical, biomechanical, and industrial basis for understanding and managing musculoskeletal disorders that occur in both business and home environments. It provides clinicians with the theoretical and practical information necessary to effectively develop and critically analyze cumulative trauma disorders programs. I:... Read More...

A highly illustrated manual demonstrating how to undertake direct release myofascial techniques. Suitable for use by all manual therapists and bodyworkers. Features Explains a bodywork technique which is increasingly used for the effective painful or restricted movement dues to muscle stiffness or imbalance Explains when to use the technique with both adults and children Written by an expe... Read More...

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This long awaited text is the first of two volumes which presents the theories, validation and techniques of manual treatment for both chronic and acute neuromuscular pain and somatic dysfunction. Unlike many other texts, the theory and practice are described within the context of the normal anatomy and physiology of the related structures. The book takes a regional approach to treatment, givin... Read More...

Translated into several different languages, the worldwide best-selling book vAn indispensable, authoritative work describing Geoff Maidland's approach to spinal manipulative techniques. This new edition will be on essential text for all physiotherapy students and practitioners. New for the sixth edition: * completely updated and revised with new chapters on prognosis and new material to further ... Read More...