Describes the basis and practice of muscle energy techniques (MET). This is now a widely recognised approach to the treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction. It fuses methods used in physical therapy, osteopathy and manual medicine. The text provides a comprehensive and up-to-date presentation of the techniques. The CD-ROM includes video clips to demonstrate the application of the techniques and so supports and supplements the text. Details the background to soft tissue dysfunction and explains the chain reactions which ...
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Describes the basis and practice of muscle energy techniques (MET). This is now a widely recognised approach to the treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction. It fuses methods used in physical therapy, osteopathy and manual medicine. The text provides a comprehensive and up-to-date presentation of the techniques. The CD-ROM includes video clips to demonstrate the application of the techniques and so supports and supplements the text. Details the background to soft tissue dysfunction and explains the chain reactions which occur as part of such dysfunctions Provides precise assessment and diagnosis guidelines Gives many variations on the safe use of MET in acute, chronic and rehabilitation settings Explains the use of MET for whole muscle problems, local dysfunction and joint restrictions Suggests patient self-application methods Supplemented by a free CD-ROM that includes video clips of the author demonstrating the techniques. New chapter on other stretching approaches Expanded sectionon MET and the treatment of joints General updating in the light of the latest research.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 650grams, ISBN: 9780443064968.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 9780443052972.
The book discusses in great detail the background and use of MET; additionally the chapter written by Dr. Liebenson discusses how manual resistance techniques can be used in rehabilitation. This book is an excellent resource of techniques commonly used within the physical therapy arena. The book places emphasis upon soft tissue treatment and trigger point problems. The illustrations are of high quality and DVD.
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