Positional release techniques. (©2007)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Leon Chaitow ; with contributions by Julia Brooks [and others] ; foreword by John McPartland ; illustrations by Graeme Chambers.
• Other Names: Chaitow, Leon
• Contents: Title page; Table of Contents; Copyright; Contributors; Foreword; References; Preface to the third edition; Preface; Acknowledgements; Abbreviations; 1 Spontaneous release by positioning; Positional Release Techniques (PRT); Positional Release Variations; Other Approaches; Commonalities, Differences -- and Timing; References; 2 Somatic dysfunction and positional release; Failed or Failing Adaptation and Somatic Dysfunction; PRT: Inviting Change Rather Than Demanding It; Palpatory Literacy: Introducing 'TARTT'; Comparing SCS Palpation with Standard Methods. What are the Local Signs and Features of Dysfunction?General Treatment Options; References; 3 Strain/counterstrain research; Introduction; Evidence-Based Practice; Levels of Research Evidence; Strain/Counterstrain Research; Strength of Research Recommendations for Strain/Counterstrain; Priorities for Future Study; References; 4 Counterstrain models of positional release; How Does SCS Work?; Theoretical Models; Neurological Concepts; Circulatory and Fluid Concepts and PRT; Connective Tissue and Counterstrain Concepts; Conventional SCS and the Modified Approach. Tender Points and the Position of EaseThe Geography of SCS; SCS Exercises; SCS Techniques; Side-Effects and Reactions; Clinical Reasoning; References; 5 Functional and facilitated positional release approaches, including cranial methods; Origins of Functional Technique; Functional Objectives; Functional Exercises; Facilitated Positional Release (FPR); Do Muscles Cause Joint Problems or Vice Versa?; Focus on Soft-Tissue or Joint Restriction Using FPR; Muscular Corrections Using FPR: Piriformis as an Example; Clinical Evidence of Functional Technique and FPR Efficacy. Similarities and Differences between FPR and SCSContraindications; Positional Release and Cranial Mobility; Clinical Evidence of Cranial Treatment Efficacy; References; 6 Positional release methods in special situations; Myofascial Pain, Trigger Points and Central Sensitization (CS); Palpation; Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FM); Hospitalized Patients; References; 7 Positional release and fascia; Connective Tissue and Fascial Concepts; Fascial 'Meridians'; Common Compensatory -- Fascial -- Patterns; Cellular Fascial Research and Counterstrain; The Effects of Altered Load on Ligamentous Reflexes.
• Edition: 3rd ed
• Publisher Details: Edinburgh New York : Churchill Livingstone Elsevier
• Publication Date: 2007
• Copyright Date: 2007
• Extent: 1 online resource (xv, 271 pages), illustrations
• Subjects: 615.82; Osteopathic medicine; Myalgia -- Treatment; Manipulation (Therapeutics); Soft tissue injuries; Musculoskeletal system -- Wounds and injuries -- Physical therapy; Manipulation, Orthopedic -- methods; Manipulation, Osteopathic -- methods; MEDICAL -- Pharmacology; Electronic books
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9780702032936
• Related ISBNs: 070203293X
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Note: Print version record.
• Access Rights: Legal Deposit; Only available on premises controlled by the deposit library and to one user at any one time; The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK).
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