Opportunities in Physical Therapy Careers (VGM opportunities)
by Bernice Krumhansl
Myology and Kinesiology for Massage Therapists (LWW Massage Therapy and Bodywork Educational)
by Cindy Moorcroft
Myology and Kinesiology for Massage Therapists presents the anatomy and function of the muscular system using an innovative applied learning technique designed to help today's massage student learn and understand this subject. As this is a subject that many massage students struggle with, this integrated workbook approach helps students apply their knowledge to massage-specific scenarios, and accommodates the needs of multiple learning styles. Beginning with an overview of the body and anatomica...
Oncology Rehabilitation E-Book
by Deborah Doherty, Chris Wilson, and Lori Boright
Provides athletes, coaches, families and their advisors with wise, practical advice on selecting an agent.
Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Manual Therapists
by Pat Archer and Lisa A. Nelson
Applied Anatomy & Physiology for Manual Therapists is a clear, accurate, and comprehensive anatomy and physiology (A&P) textbook that addresses the specific needs of the manual therapy student. Unlike standard A&P textbooks, Applied Anatomy & Physiology for Manual Therapists emphasizes need-to-know information for understanding the benefits, effects, indications, and contraindications of manual therapy. For example, it contains an entire chapter on neuromuscular and myofascial connections (Chap...
A Truly Amazing Recreational Therapist Is Hard To Find And Impossible To Forget
by Teesson Publishing
The Scientific and Clinical Application of Elastic Resistance
by Phillip Page and Todd S Ellenbecker
Gain a solid base in the science behind elastic resistance exercise and learn the latest clinical applications for rehabilitation and fitness. The Scientific and Clinical Application of Elastic Resistance is the most comprehensive guide to elastic resistance exercise.With this expansive reference, students and clinicians will learn how to deliver the most effective clinical and home exercise programs for patients and clients as well as tailor individual programs to improve physical conditioning...
The Alexander Technique was developed by an Australian actor, F. Matthias Alexander, to improve the way the body is used by treating mind and body as a whole. Long popular with actors and dancers because of the stamina, flexibility and relaxation it offers, physiotherapists and doctors are now recommending it to help stress-related movement and posture disorders. Providing a complete programme of procedures to follow for daily activities and sports, this groundbreaking book brings the Alexander...
Dieser Ratgeber soll psychisch erkrankten Menschen helfen, von mehr Bewegung zu profitieren. Durch Burn-out, Depressionen oder AEngste entstehen oft Barrieren, die es fur die Betroffenen noch schwerer machen, sich fur mehr Aktivitat im Alltag zu motivieren. Die erfahrenen Autorinnen erklaren zunachst, warum Bewegung gerade fur psychisch erkrankte Menschen wichtig ist und geben Beispiele, wie diese trotz aller Barrieren aktiver werden koennen.
Shock Wave Applications in Musculoskeletal Disorders
by Jan-Dirk Rompe
Isometric Muscle Strength Measurement
by Henny Elizabeth Donovan, Thomas Stoll, Erika Huber, and Burkhardt Seifert
Shows how muscles around the eyes, mouth, and digestive tract can be exercised for optimum health-- This method of healing has been in successful practice for over 50 years and can improve such conditions as ashtma, migraine, backache, arthritis, varicose veins, and sinusitisThe "ring" muscles, or sphincter muscles, are groups of muscles that contract and relax simultaneously. When they all work together, we are in good health, but when they stop working correctly, our bodies fall out of balance...
This text is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in exercise physiology and sports nutrition who lack a basic understanding of the science behind exercise biochemistry. Presents essential concepts of biochemistry in a simple and easy to understand format.
Designed for the athletic trainer and sports therapist, this is the definitive guide to the management of sports injuries. Experts from the field of sports medicine have contributed to this comprehensive, updated edition, which addresses all aspects of rehabilitation, including protocols for rehabi
Guidelines for Chiropractic Quality Assurance and Practice Parameters
by Scott Haldeman, David Chapman-Smith, and Donald M. Petersen