The lumbar spine
Chapter 10 The lumbar spine Chapter contents Functions of the lumbar spine Coupling Lumbar vertebral structure Transitional areas The spinal column: its structure and function Flexible stability Adaptability = tolerance…
The pelvis
Chapter 11 The pelvis Chapter contents Different pelvic types Pelvic architecture The pelvic girdle or ring Pregnancy and the pelvis The innominates The symphysis pubis The sacrum The coccyx Ligaments…
Posture, acture and balance
Chapter contents Static and dynamic posture Key postural influences Is there an ideal posture? Gravitational influences and muscles Disagreement Dysfunction ‘Posterior crossed pelvic pattern’ ‘Anterior crossed pelvic pattern’ Therapeutic objectives…
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…
