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...

This book has been designed by a practicing osteopath and acupuncturist specializing in musculoskeletal disorders to be used as a practical reference for clinical use. The first section covers TCM physiology, pathology and etiology of musculoskeletal disorders and gives treatment priorities and TCM treatments and point selections. The second section is a survey of the tissues and their specific dis... Read More...

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 c... Read More...

* Twelve chapters addressing each major joint of the musculoskeletal system * Over 100 images * A clinical reasoning model for manual therapy and acupuncture intervention * relevant case studies that support the student undertaking acupuncture training Acupuncture in Manual Therapy is a comprehensive overview of manual therapy interventions combined with acupuncture management of musculoskele... Read More...

The Concise Book of Trigger Points has been written for the student and early practitioner of massage / bodywork, physical therapy, physiotherapy, osteopathy, sports therapy, and any other health-related field. Containing full-colour illustrations, it is a compact reference guide, and explains how to treat chronic pain through trigger points - tender, painful nodules that form in muscle fibres and ... 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... Read More...

Describes the basis and practice of MET ie those manipulative techniques in which a patient, on request, actively uses his or her muscles from a controlled position in a specific direction against a distinct counterforce applied by the practitioner.. This is now a widely recognised approach to the treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction. It combines methods used in physical therapy, osteopathy, ch... Read More...

Tui na – The Chinese Massage Manual provides a clear and complete introduction to the principles and practice of Tui na, The text is well-illustrated with clear photographs supporting descriptions of treatment routines and techniques and enabling the student and practitioner to begin to practice and apply the Tui na techniques with confidence. It clearly covers all of the techniques, from the bas... Read More...

Effective trigger point therapy This unique guide takes an in-depth look at trigger point therapy. Split into two sections, it combines detailed theory with practical techniques. You will find comprehensive information on a broad spectrum of topics such as myofascial chains, the craniosacral model, and the classification, diagnosis, and therapy of trigger points. Highlights: # Different mode... Read More...

A fully illustrated and comprehensive reference guide to acupressure • Provides acupressure treatments tailored for a wide variety of health disorders, including back pain, heart and circulatory problems, and even the common cold • Contains step-by-step instructions illustrated in full color for self-treatment or treatment of a partner • A simultaneous hardcover and paperback rele... 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...

Description This highly illustrated text is the only book to include manipulation and mobilization techniques for both spine and extremity. This edition includes a new title that reflects the focus on evidence- based practice as well as more information on the spine, most notably with regard to joint play. Clearly labeled photos show the direction of force the photographs that show the techniques... Read More...

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. Fe... Read More...

This book speaks out for a style of acupuncture informed by touch and by an awareness of the power of language - two crucial elements of the healing process. As Dr. Seem points out, it is quite possible to undo the positive effects of treatment with a careless comment. I applaud his emphasis on acupuncture theory as a key to reframing or imaging the client's problems in a way that is client-cantere... Read More...

Make Study and review easy! - 138 detailed muscle palpation cards; 70 bone palpation cards, and 31 trigger point cards, plus booklet with helpful study hints and ways to use the cards. Studying and mastering palpation is easier than ever with this complete set of 240 full-color flashcards! Detailed illustrations and information on positioning, palpation steps, notes, and more – all in a conven... 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...

Now well established, this is a new edition of a highly illustrated colour textbook of approximately 240 colour photographs of male and female anatomy, with accompanying line drawings of deep structures. This is 'living anatomy' and is an invaluable guide for students wishing to correlate internal to surface anatomy. The line drawings also indicate common sites for injection of local anesthetics, a... Read More...

A clinical reference manual for the evaluation and treatment of muscle pain • Contains detailed illustrations of pain patterns and trigger-point locations • 15,000 copies sold in first hardcover edition Myofascial pain syndromes are among the fastest growing problems that physicians, osteopaths, acupuncturists, and physical, occupational, and massage therapists encounter in their patie... Read More...

Written by a master of both traditional Chinese massage and qigong, this work presents an easy-to-follow 60-step head massage tuina sequence that takes just 30 minutes to administer to a colleague, friend, or patient and that provides lasting relief of tension, headaches, and other stress disorders. It can also be beneficial to reduce facial wrinkles, improve skin complexion, stimulate the body's e... 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...

Salvo’s Pathology presents more than just a parade of diseases. It takes the reader through health assessment and client consultation, covers sanitation and hygiene, refreshes on physiology pertinent to the pathology and pathophysiology covered in the text, and talks about general contraindications and endangerment sites before moving into the pathologies themselves. More than 300 pathologic cond... Read More...

A skills-oriented, interactive survival guide for students! A booklet with CD-Rom, this compiles 230 behavioural objectives, step-by-step enabling criteria and photographs helping students achieve standards of competence in Surface and Living Anatomy Skills covering questions commonly asked by examiners at diploma and degree course level. Reviews "''''the aim of the book is to provide acces... Read More...

Cranial osteopathy is an increasingly popular treatment approach for many common disorders affecting the head and neck. This new clinical guide is the first and only in-depth resource on the subject, offering a comprehensive analysis of osteopathic dysfunctions and principles in the cranial field. It examines each cranial bone and describes its location, development, and clinical implications of dy... Read More...

The Fascial and Membrane Technique developed by Peter Schwind combines the fundamental thoughts from Ida Rolfs Structural Integration with concepts of Osteopathy. With this a successful combination of form-stabilising and mobilising techniques has emerged. Due to this holistic approach the concept will appeal to all manual working therapists. The main emphasis of this book is on diagnostic and trea... Read More...

Abstract This comprehensive and thorough book has over 794 illustrations, to describe step-by-step treatment methods, to treat over 33 commonly seen diseases. This is not merely a text to help you understand an ancient healing art, but a manual which will prove useful during the treatment itself. Foot massage is an easy, safe and effective way to bring you, and patients, back to health. Authors... Read More...

Treat soft tissue injury and pain with this valuable reference’s highly detailed illustrations, in an oversized 12” x 15” flip chart format! Each page includes 6-8 full-color illustrations that show trigger points and referral patterns to aid in treating clients. Plus, specific stretches for each muscle help you treat and educate patients more effectively. With a built-in cardboard stand, thi... Read More...

With more than 1,000 vibrant, full-color illustrations and over 4 hours of detailed video demonstrations, THE MUSCLE AND BONE PALPATION MANUAL is the most visually engaging way to help you master and successfully apply palpation techniques in massage therapy. This innovative text uses unique, richly detailed photographic illustrations of muscles as they appear under the skin to give you a thorough ... Read More...

Free DVD contains over 90 Minutes of Video. The competitive athlete, whether amateur or professional, presents specific challenges to the massage therapist. To treat these individuals, the therapist should have a background in sport specific activities, be aware of the effects of training, and understand injury types and rehabilitation applications. This text describes patterns for sport activitie... Read More...

Techniques that allow parents to be active agents in providing relief and healing when illness occurs in their children • Reveals the importance of touch in both childhood development and healing • Details acupoint and trigger point therapy techniques for most common childhood ailments, including asthma • Identifies when to seek professional help vs. situations that can be handled... Read More...

The first comprehensive clinical acupressure book for healthcare professionals with direct application for hands-on-therapists of every tradition. A practical handbook introducing the orthodox therapist to alternative techniques showing how the best features of both approaches can be integrated for the benefit of the patient The first comprehensive clinical acupressure book for healthcare profe... Read More...