The leg and foot
Chapter 14 The leg and foot Chapter contents The leg The proximal tibiofibular joint Mobilization with movement (MWM) to release the fibula head MET for releasing restricted proximal tibiofibular joint…
Gait analysis
Chapter 3 Gait analysis Chapter contents Normal joint and segment motion during the gait cycle Musculoligamentous slings and influences and the gait cycle Energy storage during gait Potential dysfunctions in…
The close environment
Chapter 4 The close environment Chapter contents The bodyworker’s close environment Acture guidelines for bodywork students and practitioners Automobile influences Driving: the vibration factor Automobile risk factors Seatbelts and airbags…
Adaptation and sport
Chapter 5 Adaptation and sport Chapter contents First principles An osteopathic perspective Specific adaptation to imposed demand (‘training’) Training variations Strength training Endurance training Sprint training Overtraining issues Overuse injuries…
Summary of selected NMT associated modalities
Chapter 9 Summary of selected NMT associated modalities Chapter contents The global view The purpose of this chapter General application of neuromuscular techniques NMT for chronic pain Palpation and treatment…
Patient intake
Chapter 1 Patient intake Chapter contents Where to begin? Outline Expectations Humor Thick-file patients Unspoken questions Starting the process Leading questions Some key questions Body language The physical examination Clinical…
Contextual influences: nutrition, respirationand other factors
Chapter 6 Contextual influences nutrition, respiration and other factors Chapter contents Chronobiology Sleep and pain Pain and inflammation: allergic, dietary and nutritional factors Nutritional approaches for modulating inflammation Intolerances, allergies…
to clinical application chapters
Introduction to clinical application chapters In each region, descriptions are presented of the region’s structure and function, as well as detailed assessment and treatment protocols. It is assumed that all…
Clinical reasoning: the core of clinical practice
Chapter 8 Clinical reasoning the core of clinical practice Chapter contents Evidence vs experience Clinical pathways Are clinical pathways successful? Further thoughts on clinical reasoning NMT concepts and methods applied…
