Manual Therapy for the Low Back and Pelvis: A Clinical Orthopedic Approach

by Joseph E. Muscolino nPrepare your massage therapy students to meet the needs of clients who require clinical orthopedic work with Manual Therapy for the Low Back and Pelvis: A Clinical Orthopedic Approach.? This straightforward, procedures-oriented book empowers students to develop the advanced clinical orthopedic skills they need to confidently and effectively manage pain and conditions in the lower back and pelvis.nDrawing on his experience as a chiropractor, manual therapist, and educator, author Joe Muscolino guides students through effective clinical orthopedic manual therapy techniques for the functional muscle groups and joints of the lower back and pelvis. Accompanying online video clips demonstrate techniques in action.nPart One provides an overview of anatomy and physiology, common pathologic conditions, and assessment, while Part Two offers a variety of tested and proven treatment techniques. Each treatment chapter combines illustrations and photos with detailed explanations to help readers visualize and understand the specific technique and underlying anatomic structures.nPractical online resources include:nn? Bonus Chapter:? Self-Care for the Clientnn? Bonus Chapter: Self-Care for the Therapistnn? Chapter Review Questions and Answersnn? Answers to Case Study ?Think It Through? questionsnn? Video Clips of Selected Techniquesnn? Complete Image Bank with photos, illustrations, and tablesnProduct DetailsnnnISBN-13: 9781582558806nPublisher: Lippincott Williams & WilkinsnPublication date: 3/20/2014nSeries: LWW In Touch Series nPages: 400